The Effects of Stress on Physical Health

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As we venture deeper into our lives, stress will become ever more prevalent. This paper shows that educating ourselves about not only stress related illnesses but how to manage stress will give our lives an easier path to success. The paper shows that stress can become an unhealthy habit, but learning the warning signs and how to cool off can provide us with a much healthier lifestyle.

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"As stress rises, our bodies adapt in many different ways to help us deal with the situation. The two main systems involved in our response to stress are the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis and the sympathetic nervous system. Activated primarily by an area in the brain stem called the locus coeruleus, the sympathetic nervous system secretes norepinephrine. As a neurotransmitter, norepinephrine travels down the Vagus nerve, and stimulates the SA node in the heart which increases heart rate. Simultaneously, similar neurotransmitters travel to the blood causing them to open up or vasodialate the blood vessels. This overall response allows more blood flow to the needed portions of the body, which then increases blood pressure and flow during stressful situations."

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