Multiple Choice
Which changes reflect short-term physiological responses to stress? (Select all that apply.)
A) Muscular tension, blood pressure, and triglycerides increase.
B) Epinephrine is released, increasing heart and respiratory rates.
C) Corticosteroid release increases stamina and impedes digestion.
D) Cortisol is released, increasing glucogenesis and reducing fluid loss.
E) Immune system functioning decreases, and risk of cancer increases.
F) Risk of depression, autoimmune disorders, and heart disease increases.
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