When older adults with anxiety disorders are subjected to stress, their levels of _____ rise, and it takes a good deal of time for them to subside.

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Cortisol is known as the stress hormone and is released in response to stress. Older adults with anxiety disorders have been shown to have higher levels of cortisol in response to stress compared to those without anxiety disorders. These high levels can take longer to subside, contributing to the negative impact of stress on both physical and mental health. Progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone are not directly associated with the stress response.

When Older Adults with Anxiety Disorders Are Subjected to Stress