Which of the Following May Occur as a Result of Increased

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may occur as a result of increased cortisol levels in response to chronic stress?

• A) liver damage
• B) decreased susceptibility to infectious disease
• C) compromised hippocampal activity
• D) a rise in humoral levels

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