What is cortisol?

a. ?a neurotransmitter associated with learning and memory
b. ?a hormone released into the bloodstream from the pituitary gland
c. ?a hormone released into the bloodstream from the adrenal glands
d. ?a neurotransmitter associated with movement, reward, and pleasure


ANSWER:
c

Psychology

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Your text discusses the idea of the altruistic personality. Explain what an altruistic personality is, and what research says about how this personality trait predicts behavior in helping situations

What will be an ideal response?

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