Stress in Your Body Systems Template

The Musculoskeletal System

• Tense for long periods of time
• Can promote stress related disorders
• Shoulder and Neck tightness cause headaches and migraines
• Pain in the lower back and upper extremities
• Worse time recovering

The Cardio Vascular System

• Long-term stress responsible for heart and blood vessel problems
• High level heart rate, blood pressure, and stress hormones takes a serious toll on the body
• Seen to affect cholesterol levels

The Male Reproductive Sysem

• Stress can affect testosterone production
• Affect number of sperm production and maturity
• Vulnerable to infection within the reproductive system

The Nervous System

• Increased heart rate at all times
• Cause stress reactions from stressed state even when there is no threat
• Cause long term drain on the body and overuse of body systems become problematic