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THE BODY UNDER STRESS.

THE BODY UNDER STRESS.

The initial stage of arousal remains the same, Whether you are faced with a major problem or a minor Challenge. But under extreme prolonged or persistent pressure the body continues to manufacture extra quantities of stress chemicals triggering further processes to maintain energy. if arousal continues the adrenaline glands manufacture anti-inflammatory chemicals that simultaneously speed tissue repair While depressing the body’s immune defence system. If ail the changes continue, the body goes on trying to adapt under increasing strain and pressure. Eventually it breaks down. Exhaustion, a variety of illnesses and even death may be the outcome of uninterrupted excessive stress.