The Effects of Stress on Systems in the Body:

Central Nervous System

Anxiety, Depression, Fatigue

Cardiovascular System

Impaired heart function; can cause angina
Constriction of the peripheral blood vessels, thereby raising blood pressure

Digestive System

Stomach upsets, even ulcers Diarrhea Gastritis Peptic ulcers Irritable Bowel Syndrome Colitis Canker sores in the mouth

Respiratory System

Asthma

Musculoskeletal System

Tension in skeletal muscles and joints, leading to backache and muscular aches and pains Predisposition to arthritis;degenerative diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis

Immune System

Weakened defenses, with lowered resistance to infections Viral illnesses (often due to a depleted immune defense system) Allergies Malignant cell changes; cancer

Endocrine System

Menstrual disorders Thyroid disorders (underactive, overactive, thyroiditis) Adrenal hypofunction

Reproductive System

Infertility Premature ejaculation Impotence

Skin

Eczema Psoriasis Rashes

General

Tissue degeneration Acceleration of aging process