A Review by Gregory Miller and Colleagues from the University

question 6

Multiple Choice

A review by Gregory Miller and colleagues from the University of British Columbia found that several factors must be taken into account to explain why studies show both increases and decreases in HPA axis activity. One of these factors is:

• A)Emotion-focused versus problem-focused coping
• B)Secretory sIgA antibody levels
• C)Time elapsed following stressor
• D)Baseline blood pressure and heart rate

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Definitions:

Stress

A physical or emotional reaction to challenging or demanding circumstances.

Daily Stress

The frequent exposure to stressors within one's day-to-day life that can impact mental and physical health.

Age Range

A specific span of years indicating the minimum and maximum age boundaries, often used for classification or study purposes.

Stressful Situations

Circumstances that cause a physical or emotional response due to perceived challenges or threats.