Stress

Our bodies' response to pressure is stress. A wide range of occasions or situations in life may lead to stress.

It often starts when we experience something novel or unexpected that makes us feel uncomfortable or when we feel like we have little control over a circumstance. Everybody's response to stress is unique. Genetics, early experiences, personality, and social and economic situations may all have an impact on our ability to cope.

Stress hormones are produced by our bodies when we are under pressure, and they trigger a fight-or-flight reaction and the immune system.

This makes it possible for us to respond rapidly in perilous circumstances.

In certain circumstances, such as when we must overcome fear or pain in order to complete a marathon or deliver a speech, this stress response may be advantageous.

Once the stressful situation has passed, our stress hormones will often return to normal, with no lasting effects.

However, excessive stress may have negative effects. It could constantly put us in a fight-or-flight mode, leaving us exhausted or unable to handle things. This might eventually be detrimental to our physical and mental health.