Jasper has chronic stress which has affected his levels of cortisol. If Jasper’s level of stress continues to be high, what is likely to happen?
A. Jasper’s amygdala will shut down.
B. Jasper’s pituitary gland will cease to release hormones.
C. Jasper could experience the death of neurons and inhibition of neurogenesis.
D. Jasper may experience an increase in cortisol so high that he could develop an adrenal cancer.
Answer: C
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