4. Consequences of stress

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Many are familiar with the detrimental effects of stress on health. But stress also has many good consequences. Stress has two faces. Here, we go over the good and the bad of stress. We will highlight beneficial effects of stress as well has those that put health at risk. We will also explain why both the good and bad consequences of stress occur from a biological and psychological point of view.

The astonishing benefits of stress you didn’t know

By Erwin van den Burg On August 17, 2022 - 11 min read

Stress is almost always viewed as harmful. However, moderate amounts of stress can be quite beneficial. Stress reactions are intended to assist us in responding to and learning from potentially dangerous situations. Mild, transient stress can enhance memory, alertness, and performance.

4. Consequences of stress

Burnout: immense fatigue induced by psychosocial stress

By Ines Gomez Campos On August 13, 2022 - 5 min read

Burnout is a syndrome, not an officially recognized disease, that is caused by chronic stress at the workplace. How do you know when you have a burnout, and what is its link with stress? Important questions to answer, considering that absenteeism costs can to a large extent be attributed to burnout.

4. Consequences of stress

How chronic stress causes depression

By Erwin van den Burg On August 12, 2022 - 5 min read

It may seem that stress is a condition that stands on its own. But it has become clear that this is often not the case. Scientists have found that stress can importantly contribute to mental health problems such as depression. With time and effort, stress-induced depression can reverse.

4. Consequences of stress

Answered: Why stress leads to gastrointestinal problems

By Erwin van den Burg On August 10, 2022 - 9 min read

Gastrointestinal problems are among the most common symptoms of stress. Have you ever wondered why you feel a knot in your stomach while being in a stressful meeting? Or why you have to visit the toilet urgently after an argument? Scientists know why: because of the powerful brain-gut connection.

4. Consequences of stress

Stress leads to anxiety

By Ines Gomez Campos On August 05, 2022 - 4 min read

One of the most common negative consequences of suffering from stress for a long period of time is increased anxiety. But also short but intense bouts of stress can increase anxiety, and even provoke panic attacks, scientists have found.

Tag: 4. Consequences of stress

The astonishing benefits of stress you didn’t know

Burnout: immense fatigue induced by psychosocial stress

How chronic stress causes depression

Answered: Why stress leads to gastrointestinal problems

Stress leads to anxiety

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