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How Does Chronic Stress Physically Change the Brain?

Stress can arise due to a demanding job, difficult employer, marriage problems, or inability to meet deadlines. When stressed, the body experiences high heart and breathing rates, in addition to chest tightness and depression. However, most of the time, these stressors are only temporary, and the body soon returns to a normal state. However, if…

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How to Treat Chronic Stress?

Stress is the body’s biological response to a threat or difficult situation. Human bodies are designed in such a way that they release stimulating hormones when they are exposed to stressful situations. When the stressful situation disappears, releasing the activating hormones is stopped immediately, and the body returns to a standard, relaxing state. The problem…

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Best Ways to Deal with Chronic Stress

Stress is a predominant condition in our society today. Between jobs, family situations, medical crises, and more, people are understandably continually feeling more than a little stressed. However, when this stress lasts for an extended period of time, this becomes unhealthy. If you are struggling to deal with chronic stress, Springfield Wellness Center can help.…

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5 Symptoms of Chronic Stress

Chronic stress often leads to physical, emotional, and mental health problems that get worse over time. At Springfield Wellness Center, we provide treatment that works to determine the cause of your chronic stress to develop a successful treatment plan. We offer a wide range of treatment options for those dealing with chronic stress, with or without…