How Chronic Stress Harms Your Body

Stress can be both positive and negative, with acute stress being short-term and chronic stress being long-term. Chronic stress can lead to health issues due to the constant activation of the HPA axis, which affects the immune system and accelerates aging. Managing stress through relaxation techniques and changing perceptions can help mitigate its effects.

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