Which of the Following Is NOT Evidence Presented in the Text

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT evidence presented in the text that the HPA axis is affected in depression?

• A) Chronically high levels of cortisol are found in those with depression.
• B) Giving synthetic cortisol to those with depression doesn't "shut off " cortisol production.
• C) Depressed youths sometimes show an enlarged pituitary.
• D) Depressed youths have increased sensitivity to small amounts of cortisol.

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