Biological consequences of stress, emotion, and cognitive outlook on overall health
List 4 biological consequences of stress, emotion, and cognitive outlook on
overall health
Physiological responses to stress include activation of the nervous system and two neuroendocrine axes and altered immune system function. The most immediate stress responses are driven by the autonomic nervous system (ANS), which is subdivided into the sympathetic (SNS) and parasympathetic (PNS) nervous systems.
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| On your body | On your mood | On your behavior |
|---|---|---|
| Headache | Anxiety | Overeating or undereating |
| Muscle tension or pain | Restlessness | Angry outbursts |
| Chest pain | Lack of motivation or focus | Drug or alcohol misuse |
| Fatigue | Feeling overwhelmed | Tobacco use |
