Which Does NOT Typically Cause or Lead to Poor Health

Question

Which does NOT typically cause or lead to poor health outcomes?
A) Allostasis
B) An elevated allostatic load
C) dysregulation of the body's 'factory settings'
D) High-demand, low-control jobs
E) Everything on this list is correlated with bad health.

Accepted Answer

All of the options listed are typically associated with poor health outcomes. Allostasis refers to the wear and tear on the body from chronic stress, which can lead to negative health outcomes. An elevated allostatic load occurs when there is prolonged activation of stress response systems, which can also negatively impact health. Dysregulation of the body's 'factory settings', such as disruptions in sleep, can also lead to poor health outcomes. High-demand, low-control jobs have been linked to increased stress and poorer physical health outcomes.