A general conclusion growing out of the research on health and stress is that:
A) short-term stress is more dangerous to your health than chronic stress is
B) until recently, psychologists have overemphasized the effects of stress on health
C) the source of stress is more important to health outcomes than is the level of stress
D) chronic stress has adverse effects on health

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Multiple studies have shown that chronic stress can have adverse effects on physical and mental health, including cardiovascular disease, immune system dysfunction, and anxiety/depression. While short-term stress can cause some physical responses (such as increased heart rate and blood pressure), chronic stress is more likely to cause long-term damage to the body.

A General Conclusion Growing Out of the Research on Health