Stress is a natural response to challenging situations, but when it becomes frequent or long-lasting, it can affect both your mental and physical health. While short-term stress can help you stay alert and focused, chronic stress keeps your body in a constant state of "fight or flight," leading to a wide range of health problems. What Happens in Your Body During Stress? When you experience stress, your brain triggers the release of stress hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline. These hormones increase your heart rate, blood pressure, and alertness to help you respond to a perceived threat. However, if stress continues for weeks or months, these hormones remain elevated, affecting multiple organs and body systems.
Authored By Mariammal R,
Psychiatric Social Worker,
Optimal Minds Brain Wellness Clinic.