Elevated glucocorticoid levels during stress may explain
A) loss of cells in the amygdala.
B) development of memory problems in older persons.
C) poor performance of stressed rats in tasks of cocaine self-administration..
D) induction of Alzheimer's disease after stress.
E) the inhibition of growth noted during stress.
Answer: B
Rationale: Elevated glucocorticoid levels during stress may explain development of memory problems in older persons.
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