Stress is most likely to speed the progression from HIV to AIDS by
A) stimulating the release of endorphins.
B) accelerating the production of NK cells.
C) inhibiting the release of lymphocytes.
D) slowing the shortening of telomeres.

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Stress can inhibit the release of lymphocytes, which are essential for the immune system to fight off infections such as HIV. Therefore, chronic stress can weaken the immune system and speed up the progression from HIV to AIDS.

Stress Is Most Likely to Speed the Progression from HIV