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Apr 2025
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1060-How Stress Alters Hormones, Neurotr...

DR. DAWN-ELISE SNIPES
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I. Introduction to Stress and Its Impact Stress affects the body's hormonal and neurotransmitter systems. Chronic stress can lead to significant mental health challenges.​ II. Hormonal Responses to Stress Cortisol: Known as the "stress hormone," it increases in response to stress. Elevated cortisol levels can impair memory and cognitive functions. A ... Show More
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