Evelyn's husband recently died and she is supporting her two children.In addition,she is struggling to keep her job and has taken an increased workload.Based on what you know about stress,Evelyn is most likely to ____.
A) have more colds and other respiratory infections
B) show enhanced immune system activity
C) show an increase in natural killer cell activity
D) have decreased cortisol secretion

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The stress of dealing with her husband's death while supporting her children and taking on an increased workload is likely to weaken Evelyn's immune system, making her more vulnerable to colds and other respiratory infections.

Evelyn's Husband Recently Died and She Is Supporting Her Two