Question

gabe just won the lottery after ten years of consistently buying a ticket every friday. based on his initial reaction of feeling joyful, what might happen to gabes cortisol level within his body? a. cortisol level would interfere with insulin production b. there would be no change in level of cortisol c. cortisol level would most likely increase d. cortisol level would most likely decrease please select the best answer from the choices provided

Explanation:

Cortisol is a stress - related hormone. Positive emotions like joy can lead to a decrease in cortisol levels. The body's stress - response system is less activated when a person is happy.

Answer:

D. cortisol level would most likely decrease