Which Condition Is Caused by Prolonged Exposure to High Levels

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which condition is caused by prolonged exposure to high levels of cortisol?

• A) Addison's disease
• B) Conn's syndrome
• C) Cushing's syndrome
• D) Graves' disease

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Definitions:

Serotonin

A vital substance in the brain that helps balance emotions and enhance sensations of happiness and overall well-being.

Identical Twins

Twins that develop from a single fertilized egg and share exactly the same genetic material, making them genetically identical.

Single Placenta

Refers to one placenta supporting the development of one or more fetuses, typical in the case of monozygotic (identical) twins.

Schizophrenia

A psychiatric disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.