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7. Physical Reactions: What happens to our body during stress?

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Physical Reactions in Response to Stress (pt.1) Physical Reactions in Response to Stress (pt.2) Glossary: Physical Reactions in Response to Stress (pt. 3) HPA axis - Stress Response System. Breakdown on the Stress Response System. Stress Response System at a Glance. General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) General Adaptation Syndrome. General adaptation syndrome is a three-stage response that the body has to stress.

General Adaptation Syndrome

But what do the different stages involve and what examples are there of GAS in action? Stress is sometimes thought of as a mental pressure, but it also has a physical effect on the body. Selye's 3 Phases of Stress Response. Effects of Stress on the Body. Not everyone has the same symptoms of stress and thus the effects of stress on your body can vary in each person.

Effects of Stress on the Body

However, no matter what type of stress you have, your body is affected mentally, emotionally and physically. But remember that no one is free from stress, there can be short term stress and long term stress, each have a different effect on the body. Effects of Stress on the Body (Picture) Relationship between Stress and Our Immune System (pt. 1)

Relationship between Stress and Our Immune System (pt. 2) - Social Class. Impact of Stress on Our Immune System. Stress and Cardiovascular Health (pt. 1) Stress and Cardiovascular Health (pt. 2)