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7.1.2 - Cortisol and stress

Syllabus
2026
Objective
7.1.2
Level
A2

- Cortisol and stress

7.1.2 Cortisol — the stress hormone.

Use - cortisol and stress to connect the rule to the data and decision in the question.

This matters because - cortisol and stress determines what can be inferred or chosen; begin with the stated conditions and keep the conclusion tied to the evidence.

Example: apply - cortisol and stress to one small, clearly defined case, show the key step or comparison, and explain the result in words.

Boundary: - Cortisol and stress is not a universal recommendation. Check the syllabus scope, assumptions, units and the limits of the evidence before generalising.

ConceptA-Level Edexcel Psychology A2