The stress response is an instinct that humans have as a “fight -fight” response when encountering an enemy. In the face of a life-threatening situation, the heart rate and blood sugar level increase, and muscles tense up to survive the moment. This is what is known as “superhuman strength in an emergency.” However, it was not designed to last for long periods of time like it does today.
When there is danger or stress, the amygdala in the brain, which produces emotions such as fear and anxiety, reacts, and substances such as cortisol and adrenaline are transmitted throughout the body via the lower visual field. When the sympathetic nervous system, part of the autonomic nervous system, is activated, the body becomes tense. Humans have homeostasis, which keeps the body in a constant state, and the parasympathetic nervous system is responsible for resting the body. When this balance is disrupted, it affects the mind and body.
It is said that symptoms are most likely to appear in a person’s weakest points.A method of prevention that is gaining attention is stress management, which involves correctly understanding stress and responding appropriately. As a countermeasure, answer the questions on a stress check sheet to find the cause of stress and take appropriate action.