30-10 Flashcards
1
Q
what is the purpose of cortisol
A
energises the body by releasing glucose into the body, enhances metabolism and acts as an anti-inflammatory
2
Q
what happens if a stressor is long-term
A
The HPA axis continues to release cortisol which impairs immune system functioning
3
Q
hpa axis
A
the interaction of the hypothalamus and pituitary and adrenal glands in response to a stressor
4
Q
physical symptoms associated with longterm release of cortisol
A
colds, flus, hypertension, blood-sugar imbalance, hardening of the arteries
