The term serotoninergic refers to a neurotransmitter that releases a hormone in response to physical or mental stress.

The statement is false. Serotoninergic refers to signaling involving serotonin, a neurotransmitter. The hormone released in response to physical or mental stress is typically cortisol, which is regulated through the stress-response system—not what “serotoninergic” means.

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