Stress in Your Body Systems Template

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• increase in heart rate
• dilated blood vessels, leading to higher blood pressure
• increases heart attack and stroke risk
• increased cortisol, adrenaline, noradrenaline in bloodstream

cardiovascular system

• increased muscle tension
• tension headaches/migraines
• pain in shoulders, neck, upper and lower back
• can lead to muscle atrophy

musculoskeletal system

• absent or irregular menstrual cycles

• reduction in sexual desire
• negatively impact fertility and ability to conceive
• increases risk for postpartum depression
• increases premenstrual symptoms, eg cramps, mood swings, etc
• fluctuating hormone levels
• increases anxiety

female reproductive system

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reproductive system

• cortisol can affect normal functioning
• affects testosterone production
• can lead to decreased sex drive, erectile dysfunction/impotence
• negatively impact sperm production
• increases risk for reproduction system diseases

male reproductive system

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• shortness of breath
• rapid breathing
• airway between nose and lungs constricts
• can trigger asthma and panic attacks in those prone to these
• creates issues for people with preexisting respiratory conditions

respiratory system

• the repeated stress responses cause long term damage on the other body systems
• decreases immunity
• faster heart rate
• higher blood sugar
• overuse of the "fight or flight" response

central nervous system

• may trigger pain, bloating, gut bacteria changes
• heartburn/acid reflux
• difficulty swallowing or swallowing too much air
• nausea/vomiting
• unnecessary increase or decrease in appetite

gastrointestinal system