General

Momentary Stress

  • boosts immune system

Permanent Stress

  • fight/flight response

    • higher blood pressure
    • cardiovascular disease
  • high hormone levels

    • slow recovery from acute/momentary stress
  • impaired memory

  • increased risk of depression

  • deteriorated immune response

  • good vs bad stress

    • good: just pressure, but no breaking
    • bad: overwhelming and breaking pressure

Measures

  • cortisol levels are stored in the hair
  • cortisol levels generally
  • skin conductivity