We all respond to different stressors in varying way that are circumstance,time,region biology or climate-dependent.Hence,our stress encounter may result in a wide spectrum of psychological,physical and behavioural symptoms which may not necessarily indicate the presence illness but rather an adaptive mechanism brought about by the body`s flight-fight-fright response.This also results in spontaneous burst of energy,speed alertness and heart rate as a threat-coping measure.
While stress activates the sympathetic system thereby increasing the levels of stress hormones(cortisol,adrenaline,GH),relaxation stimulates the parasympathetic system which results in decrease in the levels of stress hormones in the blood.
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Perception and communication are fundamental building blocks to combating stress. Your outlook and how you perceive the world can have profound effect on your stress coping mechanisms. Pay attention to what you say and how you say them. Are negative words dominating your self-talk? That might be wake-up call to seek profesional counselling and help.
When you constantly find yourself in a short fuse and irritated by very small things, it’s time to see your Doctor or Psychologist before it becomes contagious with spiralling effects on your loved ones.
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