Significance of Psychological stress

Psychological stress is the emotional and mental strain experienced in various situations, impacting both mental and physical health. It is recognized as a significant factor contributing to the exacerbation of conditions like psoriasis, as well as influencing women's health through conditions such as obesity and PCOS. Additionally, psychological stress can affect immune responses and worsen skin disorders. This complex interplay highlights the need to address mental strain for overall well-being, aligning both modern medical and Ayurvedic perspectives on health.

Synonyms: Mental stress, Emotional strain, Psychological tension, Mental pressure, Emotional distress, Mental strain, Emotional pressure, Anxiety, Tension, Worry.

In Dutch: Psychologische stress; In Finnish: Psykologinen stressi; In Spanish: Estrés psicológico

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The concept of Psychological stress in scientific sources

Science Books

Psychological stress significantly impacts various aspects of health, especially among the elderly, patients with varicose veins, and individuals facing modern lifestyle challenges, influencing emotional well-being, fertility, gastrointestinal disorders, and accelerated aging.

Significance in Scientific journals, articles, etc.:

From: The Malaysian Journal of Medical Sciences

(1) Psychological stress influences the immuno-endocrine responses in male mice, especially when they are individually housed, and is under research.[1] (2) This refers to a mental and emotional state, and the effects of chronic exposure to this state on insulin secretion from isolated pancreatic islets were investigated.[2] (3) This study was undertaken to determine the relationship between students’ perceptions of their educational environment and their stress levels, measuring the educational environment and psychological stress.[3] (4) Psychological stress, which women often face more of, can influence various aspects of their health, including the risk of developing WMSDs.[4] (5) The mental and emotional strain experienced by individuals, which can impact various aspects of their lives, including health and behavior.[5]

This section includes scientific research in the field of healthcare, often involving traditional medicine systems such as Ayurveda, Unani, Siddha and Holistic health. It includes papers from scientific journals classified as either original, clinical or experimental research, review articles or case reports.