Which of the following neuroendocrine abnormalities is implicated in depression?
a. Decrease in adrenal size
b. Increased cortisol and corticotrophin-releasing hormone
c. An exaggerated response of thyrotropin to infusion of thyroid-releasing hormone
d. Increased inhibitory response of glucocorticoids to dexamethasone
ANS: B
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