This is an extract of my new book “The Mental Health Survival Guide (Because It’s A Jungle Out There)” which is available at BECS, Amazon and Smashwords. Subscribe to the blog for more updates.
Is Stress Dangerous?
- A certain level of stress is necessary to help you prepare for challenging tasks such as exams, job interviews and presentations so enjoy it.
- Stress causes the increase of adrenalin, cortisol and testosterone so we can react appropriately when we are in danger. Stress keeps us alive and safe.
- After the physical and real danger has gone, the level of stress hormones decreases quickly but if the danger was emotional, it takes a lot longer to go down. Take long, deep breaths as oxygen in the blood helps lower that level.
- Long-term emotional stress can cause serious health problems and death.
- If you experience high blood pressure, fatigue, depression, anxiety or heart disease, consult your doctor immediately.
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