Question

chronically high levels of cortisol may affect cardiac health by promoting inflammation that contributes to heart attacks.
true
false
question 7
1 pts
psychosomatic diseases are not real and therefore cannot make a person feel sick or have symptoms.
true
false
question 8
1 pts
happy, relaxed people are more resistant to illness than those who tend to be unhappy or tense.
true
false

Explanation:

1. Chronic high cortisol raises inflammation, which is a known risk factor for heart attacks and cardiac damage.
2. Psychosomatic diseases are real conditions where psychological factors cause physical symptoms that make people feel sick.
3. Research in psychoneuroimmunology shows positive mood and relaxation support immune function, increasing illness resistance.

Answer:

1. True
2. False
3. True