Stress Makes You Sick: Understanding the Impact on Health English Version Introduction We all experience stress at different points in our lives. Whether it’s work pressure, financial struggles, or relationship issues, stress seems to creep into every corner of life. A little stress can motivate us to achieve goals, but when it becomes constant, it takes a toll on our body and mind. Let's dive into how stress affects our health and what we can do to manage it. How Stress Affects Our Body When we're stressed, our body releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol. These hormones prepare us to "fight or flee" by increasing our heart rate and boosting energy. This is helpful in short bursts, but what happens when stress sticks around? 1. Weakened Immune System Have you ever noticed that you get sick more often when you're under stress? That's because prolonged stress lowers your body’s ability to fight off infections. This makes you prone to colds, flu, and oth...
Danish Niaz Babbar is a Psychologist and Regional Lead for the Sindh Region at The Indus Hospital & Health Network. This blog shares insights on mental health, psychology, and addiction recovery.