Research has shown that excessive secretion of the stress hormone cortisol can result in cell death in the hippocampal region of the brain in cases of
a. substance abuse.
b. mania.
c. posttraumatic stress disorder.
d. AIDS.
Question 2Which of the following statements accurately describes a process in the activation of the HPA axis?
a. The hippocampus secretes corticotropin releasing factor (CRF).
b. CRF stimulates the thyroid gland.
c. The pituitary gland (via the parasympathetic nervous system) activates the adrenal glands.
d. The adrenal glands secrete the stress hormone cortisol.
Question 3Research has shown that increased levels of cortisol in response to stress may cause damage to parts of the
a. skeletal system.
b. brain.
c. lungs.
d. stomach.
Question 4According to the textbook, the physiological response of an individual to a stressor is called
a. adaptation.
b. fight-or-flight reaction.
c. stress.
d. a psychological disorder.
Question 5In response to sustained stress, the body goes through several stages that together constitute the general adaptation syndrome (GAS), a concept proposed by researcher Hans Selye. This GAS consists of all the following stages EXCEPT
a. alarm.
b. resistance.
c. exhaustion.
d. deterioration.
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