A dysregulated hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis has been linked to which of the following problems?

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A dysregulated HPA axis is known to be associated with anxiety and depression. This is because the HPA axis is responsible for our stress response, and prolonged activation of the stress response can lead to these mental health issues. The other options, delusions and hallucinations (B), anger and aggression (C), and panic and worry (D), do not have as strong of a link to the HPA axis dysregulation.

A Dysregulated Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis Has Been Linked to Which