Head
His response to psychological stress is usually first given by the hypothalamus - a part of the brain that controls emotions. Stress also causes changes in the blood vessels.
Problem: Headaches. Such a reaction to stress is the most common. In the body, secretion of adrenaline increases, which causes high blood pressure and increases cerebral vascular tone. Often this leads to pain in the temples and in the forehead. Also, due to prolonged stress, there may be changes in the secretion of sex hormones. This can lead to serious hormonal disorders, for example, to a malfunction of the menstrual cycle and even to infertility.
What to do? Take a sedative. Better on a plant basis - for example, Persen, nervomix. Sometimes an anesthetic is required (only in case of severe pain). Do not be afraid of these drugs - to suffer pain for the body is not any safer. Also helps visualization: before going to sleep, imagine situations in which you were cheerful and calm. Pain can also soften a special massage: it is performed by pressing the temporal region at an interval of 30 seconds. "Session" lasts for 15 minutes and is very effective. Also, there is a way to relieve the headache by massaging the big toe (its inner side).
Spine
Strong stress can affect the rigidity of the spine, which subsequently prevents him from working correctly.
Problem: degenerative changes. Chronic tension in the muscles supporting the spine causes dehydration of soft tissues and vices in the formation of intervertebral discs. The result may be a decrease in their flexibility. Also, through stress, the sensitivity of pain receptors increases, which are located in intervertebral discs. This leads to pain in the area of the back, hands, feet or head.
What to do? The best remedy for these diseases is the organization of daily 30-minute exercises to relax the muscles of the back. A brisk 20-minute walk also helps. Take a break during work, try to relax your shoulders, describe with your hands a full circle, do not be lazy to do 10 sit-ups. If you feel a strong tension in the cervical spine, it is better to ask someone to massage your neck.
A heart
Scientists have long proven the fact that cumulative stress can cause serious disruption in the functioning of the cardiovascular system. In other words, your heart responds directly to stress.
Problem: Ischemic heart disease. Often it is emotional stress that causes vasoconstriction and increased blood pressure. It also contributes to the development of inflammatory processes in the arteries, acceleration of accumulation of plaque. This increases the risk of a heart attack. Symptoms that indicate that the coronary artery is not in order are any manifestations of chest pain, shortness of breath (dyspnea), and increased fatigue.
What to do? Take a sedative herbal preparation - for example, cardonitis, nerve muscle. Monitor your blood pressure and, if necessary, take medication to reduce it. Once a year, check the level of cholesterol and, if it exceeds 200 mg / dl, exclude from the diet animal fats that contribute to heart disease. Get plenty of rest, but do not forget about walks for 30 minutes every day and practice deep breathing with a diaphragm (5 minutes each).
Stomach
Delicate and sensitive people observe a reaction to excessive stress in the form of stomach problems. Moreover, they manifest themselves instantly, although in different forms. With chronic stress and depression, serious diseases of the digestive system are possible.
Problem: Gastritis. Stress suppresses the secretion of digestive enzymes and leads to increased production of hydrochloric acid. It irritates the mucous membrane of the stomach, causing its inflammation (rhinitis). Symptoms of the disease manifest in the form of pain in the navel (after eating), stitching in the abdomen.
What to do? Take herbal sedatives (better based on valerian). Good drugs help, which includes antacids (for example, ranigast). Eat often, but in small portions, avoid coffee, strong tea and plenty of spices. Limitly reduce sweets and alcohol. Drink infusion of chamomile, and at night drink a glass of water with linseed powder (sold in pharmacies).
Intestines
He is extremely sensitive to our emotions. This is especially true of the large intestine. Of course, everyone sometimes had problems with going to the toilet before the exam or, for example, a difficult, decisive conversation. Some people have constipation, while someone, on the contrary, has problems with a loose stool.
Problem: Irritable bowel syndrome. Strong stress can cause intestinal colic, and can also lead to disruption of the hormonal background and improper secretion of intestinal enzymes. There are a number of common symptoms - diarrhea, constipation and flatulence.
What to do? Excellent in this case, several non-prescription sedatives (eg Persen) and vasodilators (for example, no-spa) help. Exclude from the diet some foods (especially cabbage, beans), as well as coffee. Exercises to relax the muscles of the abdominal and intestines also give good results. Daily for 15 minutes, try to stretch and relax the stomach in a prone position, and then in the air (for 3-5 minutes).
Leather
Many of us do not even realize that the skin, like other vital organs, reacts highly to our emotional states. Meanwhile, it is the skin that can give the first signal that the body is under severe stress.
Problem: Dermatitis. Excessive stress stimulates the body to produce androgens, which lead to reciprocal stimulation of the sebaceous glands. Excess sebum can cause inflammation of the skin (usually on the face). The main symptoms are redness, sometimes itching. Exacerbation manifests itself in the form of acne, rapid salting of the hair. Stress also contributes to hair loss, especially in blondes and light brown.
What to do? You should resort to taking soothing herbal remedies, as well as using cosmetics that control the production of sebum (lotions, creams, shampoos). Take care of skin hygiene, carefully clean it with special tools, preferably on a natural basis. Avoid prolonged exposure to the open sun. This is for the skin only an additional stress - the impact of stress on the state of health should be given special significance. Do not underestimate this problem.