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2. Psychological stress - Wikipedia

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   Hans Selye defined stress as “the nonspecific (that is, common) result of any demand upon the body, be the effect mental or somatic.” [5] This includes the medical definition of stress as a physical demand and the colloquial definition of stress as a psychological demand. A stressor is inherently neutral meaning that the same stressor can ...

3. Somatosensory system - Wikipedia

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   It has two subdivisions, one for the detection of mechanosensory information related to touch, and the other for the nociception detection of pain and temperature. [1] The main functions of the somatosensory system are the perception of external stimuli, the perception of internal stimuli, and the regulation of body position and balance ...

4. Chronic stress - Wikipedia

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   A primary target of stress is the brain. When exposed to stress, it serves as the centre to interpret the stressors and determine the appropriate behavioural and psychological responses. [7] Therefore, exposure to chronic stress will have a direct impact on brain function. [7] For instance, chronic stress inhibits neuron growth inside the ...

5. 11 physical signs your stress is out of control

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   This causes a short-term increase in heart rate and blood pressure and even chest pain. Over time, stress really can take its toll on your heart. Over time, stress really can take its toll on your ...

6. Stress (biology) - Wikipedia

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   Stress appears to play a role in hypertension, and may further predispose people to other conditions associated with hypertension. [48] Stress may precipitate abuse of drugs and/or alcohol. [5] Stress may also contribute to aging and chronic diseases in aging, such as depression and metabolic disorders. [49]

7. Mental distress - Wikipedia

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   One such cause is chemical imbalances in the brain, which can lead to irrational decisions and emotional pain. [8] For example, when the brain lacks serotonin, a chemical that regulates the brain's functioning, it can lead to depression, appetite changes, aggression, and anxiety. Another cause of mental distress can be exposure to severely ...