Persistent Stress Has the Potential to Place Vulnerable Individuals at an Increased

question 87

True/False

Persistent stress has the potential to place vulnerable individuals at an increased risk for depression.

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Definitions:

Health Center

A facility offering primary and sometimes secondary health care services, often focused on the community or specific patient groups.

Cytokines

Small proteins released by cells, especially those in the immune system, that have an effect on the interactions and communications between cells.

Immune System Cells

Components of the immune system, such as white blood cells, that work to protect the body from infectious diseases and foreign invaders.

Nervous System

The network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, controlling and coordinating bodily functions.