Which of the following statements accurately describes a process in the activation of the HPA axis?
A) The hippocampus secretes corticotropin-releasing factor (CRF) .
B) CRF stimulates the thyroid gland.
C) The pituitary gland (via the parasympathetic nervous system) activates the adrenal glands.
D) The adrenal glands secrete the stress hormone cortisol.
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