Stress is the body's reaction to any change that requires
an adjustment or response. e body reacts to these
changes with physical, mental, and emotional responses.
Stress is a normal part of life. Many events that
happen to you and around you – and many things
that you do yourself – put stress on your body. You
can experience stress from your environment, your
body, and your thoughts.
How does stress Affect HeAltH?
e human body is designed to experience stress
and react to it. Stress can be positive, keeping us alert
and ready
to avoid
danger.
Stress
becomes
negative
when a
person faces
continuous
challenges
without relief or relaxation between challenges. As a
result, the person becomes overworked and stress-
related tension builds.
Stress that continues without relief can lead to a
condition called distress – a negative stress reaction.
tHe effects of
S T R E S S
on Your BodY
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