Which of the Following Concerning the Link Between Stress and Illness

question 116

Multiple Choice

Which of the following concerning the link between stress and illness is true?

• A) Stress can increase vulnerability to short-term illnesses, like colds, but does not affect the course of more serious long-term diseases, like cancer.
• B) Stress can influence whether or not a person contracts a particular illness, but not the time course or outcome of that illness.
• C) Stress increases susceptibility to coronary heart disease, but not colds or cancer.
• D) Stress can influence both short-term and long-term illnesses, including colds, coronary heart disease, and cancer.

Understand the structure and function of the diencephalon.

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Understand the mechanics of the sodium-potassium pump and its significance.

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Definitions:

Mental Alertness

The state of being watchful and ready to respond quickly to any potential danger or challenges.

Anxiety

A mental health disorder characterized by feelings of worry, anxiety, or fear that are strong enough to interfere with one's daily activities.

Underestimate

To assess something as smaller or less important than it actually is; the act of valuing or judging something below its true value or potential.

Overestimate

To assess or regard something as more extensive, important, or capable than it actually is.