How Does Stress Affect the Immune System

question 42

Multiple Choice

How does stress affect the immune system

• A) Stress alters the immune system's activity to defend against specific illnesses. 
• B) Stress reduces the immune system's activity initially, but then increases its activity after an adjustment period. 
• C) Stress increases the immune system's activity, thus providing more protection from illness. 
• D) Stress reduces the immune system's activity, thus causing the body to become more vulnerable to illness.

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Definitions:

Cultures

The shared values, customs, social behaviors, and artifacts of a group of people that differentiate them from other groups.

Need Theories

Psychological theories that suggest human behavior is motivated by the desire to fulfill specific basic needs, such as physiological, safety, social, esteem, and self-actualization needs.

Universality

The concept that certain principles, ideas, or traits are common, applicable, or beneficial across all cultures, situations, or groups.

Cultures

The shared values, beliefs, norms, and practices of a group of people that are passed down from generation to generation.