In this chapter we will discuss the function of pain, how pain is produced, what factors influence our pain experience, when pain becomes a problem, how chronic stress can turn into chronic pain, and the loneliness of chronic pain – and how to counter it.
Read MoreOur immune system is broadly made up of a border patrol and police, and detectives and snipers. The former can become overworked by chronic stress, the latter can wither away because of it. Part 2 Chapter 6:The Effects Of Chronic Stress On Our Immune System explores how this works.
Read MoreAny physical or psychological imbalance which results in stiff or painful skeletal muscles, can be brought back into balance by physical activity. Find out how that works in Part 2 Chapter 5: Muscles Under Stress.
Read MoreKnowing when to attribute minor health issues to stress leads to greater awareness and control over your stressors and your health. Part 2 Chapter 4 – Listening To Your Body via the Human Fuel Gauge
Read MoreIf the digestive system is our internal power plant, what happens when it comes under the fire of chronic stress? Part 2 Chapter 3 – Digestive System Adaptations to Chronic Stress.
Read MoreThe stress response is desirable in acute life-threatening situations, but not at all when emotional buttons are being pushed. We’ll examine how this works in Part 2 Chapter 1: Acute & Chronic Stress.
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