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This three part report describes stress and the role of the autonomic nervous system. The paper further examines its two branches, a program for reducing stress, and the outcome of a three week long stress reduction effort undertaken by the writer.

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"Stress is broadly defined as any interference that disturbs a person's healthy mental and physical well-being. (Clayman) Individuals experience stress in response to a wide range and variety of physical and emotional stimuli, including physical violence or the threat of violence, internal conflicts and significant life events e.g. marriage, the birth of a child, the death of a significant other, job loss and marital or partnership dissolution. Some people are more susceptible than others to stress-related medical..."

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