Membership in a Religious Organization and Regular Attendance at Religious

question 200

Multiple Choice

Membership in a religious organization and regular attendance at religious functions ________.

• A) can be a vital part of a person's social support system
• B) will definitely extend one's life expectancy
• C) act a psychological defense mechanism
• D) promote one's cognitive abilities

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Definitions:

Blood Calcium

Refers to the level of calcium in the blood, which is crucial for various physiological functions including bone health, muscle contractions, and blood clotting.

Osteoblasts

Bone-forming cells that turn membrane into bone. They use excess blood calcium to build new bone.

Calcitonin

A hormone secreted by the thyroid gland that helps regulate calcium levels in the blood by inhibiting bone resorption.

Excess Blood

A condition where there is more blood in the body or a part of the body than what is considered normal or healthy.