Prolonged exposure to the hormones called glucocorticoids:
A) increases dendritic branching in the hippocampus.
B) kills cells in the hippocampus.
C) decreases glial numbers.
D) increases spatial memory.

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Prolonged exposure to glucocorticoids has been shown to kill cells in the hippocampus, leading to a decrease in hippocampal volume and cognitive impairment. This is often observed in individuals with chronic stress or disorders such as Cushing's syndrome, which are associated with high levels of glucocorticoids.

Prolonged Exposure to the Hormones Called Glucocorticoids