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Friday, October, 30, 2009

What Are The Psychological Effects Of Stress

Health Encyclopedia: Stress And Anxiety

Definition

Stress can come from any situation or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or anxious. What is stressful to one person is not necessarily stressful to another.

Anxiety is a feeling of apprehension or fear. The source of this uneasiness is not always known or recognized, which can add to the distress you feel.


Alternative Names

Anxiety; Feeling uptight; Stress; Tension; Jitters; Apprehension


Considerations

Stress is a normal part of life. In sma...

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Expert & Community Posts

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...levels of stress appears to have similar protective effects. However, as Phillips and Carroll... Read more »

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...mechanisms that mediate resistance to the deleterious effects of stress remain unknown." ~... Read more »

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...mechanisms that mediate resistance to the deleterious effects of stress remain unknown." ~... Read more »

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How Mind & Body Interact During Stress
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...the perceived threat. Everyone is aware of these effects to some extent, but changes in the body... Read more »

Health Guide

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