Long-Term Exposure to Cortisol May Affect Memory By

question 140

Multiple Choice

Long-term exposure to cortisol may affect memory by:

• A)Reducing blood flow to the brain
• B)Causing damage in the hippocampus
• C)Increasing a person's risk of stroke
• D)Causing damage to cortical areas in the frontal lobe

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