What Are the Dangers of Stress?

Stress is a necessary reaction for man and animals alike. The reasons for that stress in man are also similar, fear. When animals perceive that they are in danger they become stressed and then the reaction called 'fight or flight' sets in. When man is in a dangerous or anxiety filled he reacts much like other animal species, fight or flight. However man's stress is deeper than just the fear of physically being injured or killed and the consequences of leaving stress unchecked can lead to serious health risks.

When the body is under siege from stress, the adrenal gland produces adrenal and cortisol which goes through out the body. The heart begins to beat faster and the blood pressure rises instantly. Breathing is accelerated and oxygen makes its way to the muscles. Stress alerts the immune system to be prepared for physical damage. All these chemical reactions occur quickly and efficiently.

PRESSURE ULCER

Unfortunately the bodily reactions that stress causes come with a price. It takes quite a toll on the body and making rest imperative. However if stress is chronic there isn't any time for the body to recover from the physical onslaught and that is when problems occur.

Long term or chronic stress brings on a host of physical and emotional ailments.
1. Heart disease and high blood pressure
2. If stress leads to worry and despair then depression may follow
3. Stress is the reason why many people overeat.
4. A host of anxiety disorders can be brought on by stress.
5. Stress and anxiety are the leading causes of sexual dysfunction
6. Ulcers are a common side effect of stress

Stress is a contributing factor in many of the leading illnesses today.

What Are the Dangers of Stress?

PRESSURE ULCER