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215. Are you living in survival mode?
The Psychology of your 20s
Recognizing and Coping with Prolonged Stress Response
In response to stress, the sympathetic nervous system triggers physical changes such as racing heartbeat, dilated pupils, adrenaline release. This response is meant to prepare the body for danger but should subside when the threat passes. Prolonged stress can lead to exhaustion as the body stays in a heightened state. Additionally, staying in a stress state for too long can cause the brain to operate differently, with the amygdala becoming hyperactive, leading to issues like muscle tension, sleep problems, and increased susceptibility to illness.
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