Which of the following is a function of endorphins?
A. shielding the body from pain and elevating feelings of pleasure
B. regulating sleep, mood, attention, and learning
C. playing an important role in the experience of love and social bonding
D. stimulating the release of norepinephrine, which helps to control alertness
Answer: A
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