Impact of Stress on Health

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What is the main link between stress and autoimmune diseases?

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Stress disrupts immune function and worsens symptoms.

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How does stress affect Crohn's disease?

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It can trigger flares and increase inflammation

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Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of Crohn's disease? Joint pain, Sudden hair growth, Fever during flares, Bloating and gas

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Sudden hair growth

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What role does chronic stress play in type II diabetes?

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Increases insulin resistance and poor habits

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What lifestyle habits influenced by stress can worsen diabetes? Options: Increased water intake, Regular exercise, Forgetting medication and poor diet, Better sleep habits

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Forgetting medication and poor diet

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Why is stress especially harmful for people with lupus?

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It increases immune system attacks on healthy tissues

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What bodily system does chronic stress disrupt that contributes to heart disease?

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Autonomic nervous system

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What is alopecia, and how is it related to stress?

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Hair loss often triggered by severe stress

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Which of these is NOT a recommended way to cope with chronic stress? Time management, Exercise, Isolation, Mindfulness

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Isolation

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What percentage of individuals with PTSD had an increased risk of developing autoimmune diseases in the study?

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129%