Stress is a state of mental and physical pressure resulting from an imbalance between specific demands and the individual’s ability and motivation to meet those demands. In a stressful event our body produces larger quantities of the chemicals cortisol, adrenaline and noradrenaline, which trigger a higher heart rate, and sweating:
Causes:
- Workplace stress
- Emotional stress
- Trauma
- Fear
- Financial Burden
- Lack of sleep
- Anxiety
Complications:
Weakened Immune System, Hypertension, Headaches, Depression, Heart Diseases, Gastrointestinal problems, Accelerated aging.