Shown below is a graph of DHEA levels over the human lifespan. (blog.twist25.com)
When people were shown a video describing stress as a positive thing that enhances themselves and strengthens their minds, it was found that when placed in a stressful situation, the levels of DHEA in these people skyrocketed. (nicolejardim.com)
Stage 2 is typically, relatively, normal Cortisol levels, with aberrations and rhythm, and lower DHEA in general. (justinhealth.com)