Chronic Stress

Chronic stress is a persistent and constant feeling of stress that can have adverse health effects if left untreated. Unlike acute stress, which occurs in the short term and is often related to a specific event, chronic stress persists over a more extended period and can lead to a range of health problems.

Chronic stress affects the structure and function of the brain, particularly in areas involved in cognition, decision-making, anxiety, and mood. This can lead to an imbalance in neural circuits and affect systemic physiology through neuroendocrine, autonomic, immunological, and metabolic m…