Emily Is Experiencing Chronic Stress Due to a Dysfunctional Relationship

question 28

Multiple Choice

Emily is experiencing chronic stress due to a dysfunctional relationship. Which of the following defines the allostatic load Emily is carrying?

• A) The long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response
• B) The magnitude of the body's response to a stressor
• C) The increased magnitude of a stressor required to cause a response
• D) The ability of the immune system to respond to assaults

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Definitions:

Sodium Ions

charged atoms of sodium, essential for various physiological processes including muscle function and fluid balance.

Positive Charge

An electrical condition that occurs when an atom loses electrons, resulting in a surplus of protons, giving it a net positive electric charge.

Glial Cells

Non-neuronal cells in the central nervous system that support, nourish, and protect neurons.

Cerebral Spinal Fluid

Clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord that acts as a cushion for the brain's cortex, providing basic mechanical and immunological protection to the brain inside the skull.