Selye demonstrated in his research that _____ seem(s) to be

the main culprit causing the harmful effects of stress on the body, namely an increase in blood pressure, weakening of the muscles, and a lowering of the immune system.
Fill in the blank with correct word


Answer: glucocorticoids/too many glucocorticoids/too long of an exposure to glucocorticoids

Psychology

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Lecretia has lately been experiencing distressing symptoms including elevated heart rate, muscle tension, a sense of dread, restlessness, and a desire to flee from certain situations. Her symptoms are most consistent with a(n) ____.?

a. ?depressive disorder b. ?anxiety disorder c. ?somatic symptom disorder d. ?dissociative disorder

Psychology

Explain how systematic desensitization might be used to treat a person with a phobia of heights

What will be an ideal response?

Psychology

There are no gender differences in weight and length of infant children

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Psychology

Fear-arousing persuasive messages are targeted to the ________ component of attitudes

a. peripheral b. cognitive c. central d. affective

Psychology