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Introduction- Defining the Link Between Stress and Illness. In the psychological and medical world there is much interest in a possible link between stress, or life events and illness in humans. Many studies have been conducted and articles written, with theories and results being promoted as the definite answer. Firstly, before we can say stress is one thing or another, we must address problems that seem to be overlooked when drawing up conclusions. Firstly there's the question of what stress actually is, and whether it's actually a bad thing in moderation- in primal time's stress was essential to stay alive. It kicks the human body into action, operating the 'fight or flight' response where hormones are released; preparing the body to either confront the danger it faces, or flee from it, to safety from physical or mental harm. These days however, when such 'flight or fight' action is not needed...

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