Stress & Memory/Article Critique

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A 10 page research paper that offers an article critique research performed by Elzinga and Roelofs (2005), which explored the “effects of stress-induced cortisol elevations on working memory” and whether or not this effect is dependent on the level of adrenergic activity, as measured by sympathetic autonomic activation) (Elzinga and Roelofs, 2005, p. 99). The various components of this research are summarized and discussed. The paper also includes a literature review, in appropriate sections of this discussion, that further explores research on this topic. Bibliography lists 10 sources.