Consistent and elevated levels of stress can take a toll on the body known as physiological effects of stress The physiological effects of stress vary from one individual to another regardless of whether you've yet been sensitized to stress or not The body manages well with an optimal level of stress. Adrenalin generated to the optimal level of stress is needed for alertness and clarity and for being on guard – fight or flight. For example, when your thoughts focus on pain perceived in the future, the resulting negative emotions of fear and anxiety could increase stress beyond the optimal level. This causes the body to produce adrenalin in excess of what the body needs, which … [Read more...]