Evidence Suggests That Some of the Adverse Effects of Depression

question 8

Multiple Choice

Evidence suggests that some of the adverse effects of depression on immunity may be mediated by

• A)hostility.
• B)disturbed hypothalamic functioning.
• C)poor maturation of the immune system.
• D)sleep disturbances.

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Definitions:

Anastomosis

A surgical connection between two tubes, vessels, or ducts in the body to allow flow between them.

Claudication

Pain caused by too little blood flow, usually during exercise, typically felt in the legs.

Aneurysm

An abnormal bulge in the wall of a blood vessel, usually an artery, which can lead to the risk of rupture.

Claudication

Pain and cramping in the lower leg due to inadequate blood flow to the muscles, often associated with peripheral artery disease.