What Are Some Diseases And Disorders Associated With Stress?
According to the European Heart Network, 16% of cardiovascular disease found in men and 22% found in women are due to stress.
It has been established that stress factors such as over eating and smoking increase the risk of cancer. Gastro-duodenal ulcers and non-ulcerous dyspepsia and nervous breakdowns are attributed to high stress levels in the body.
Diseases related to alcoholism, cigarette and drug-addiction, which often serve as "support" during times of stress, are also directly associated with high stress levels. |