Stress may influence depression by increasing the activity of stress hormones, thereby ____.?

a. ?inhibiting the activity of neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine
b. ?decreasing the levels of important hormones like testosterone
c. ?stimulating over activity in the hypothalamus
d. ?increasing wear and tear on the major organs of the body


ANSWER:
a

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