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What is the link between major depression and cortisol secretion?


▸ Individuals with depression show suppression of plasma cortisol when given dexamethasone.

▸ Individuals with depression have a decreased plasma cortisol level, despite the administration of exogenous corticosteroids.

▸ Individuals with depression show that persistently elevated plasma cortisol levels can result in inflammation that is believed to trigger depression.

▸ Individuals with depression have normal plasma cortisol levels throughout the day when they take antidepressant medication as prescribed.
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