Regarding the HPA Axis Which of the Following Statements Is

Regarding the HPA axis which of the following statements is NOT true?

A) The HPA axis refers to the hippocampus, pituitary gland and adrenal cortex
B) Action of the HPA includes release of cortisol by the adrenal cortex
C) Cortisol facilitates an individual's response to short-term threat
D) Cortisol affects the body in ways that confer survival benefits
E) The HPA is chronically activated in most cases of depression and some cases of anxiety disorder