If Our Body Remains at a High Level of Stress

question 44

True/False

If our body remains at a high level of stress for a prolonged period,a stress-related disorder is apt to develop.

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Definitions:

Prefrontal Cortex

The front part of the frontal lobe of the brain, involved in complex behaviors including planning, decision making, moderating social behavior, and expressing personality.

Activation

The process of stimulating an action or behavior; in psychology, it refers to the arousal of the nervous system prompting mental and physical responses.

Delight

A high degree of pleasure or enjoyment; joy.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

The part of the autonomic nervous system that is responsible for conserving energy and promoting relaxation processes.