During acute stress, the body secretes cortisol. Cortisol has which effect on mood?
A) Depression
B) Mood protection
C) Anxiety
D) Chronic worry
Ans: B
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Under acute stress, cortisol is protective of mood, whereas under chronic stress it is associated with depression and anxiety.
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