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To what extent does research (theories and/or studies) show a relationship between stress and physical illness?
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To what extent does research (theories and/or studies) show a relationship between stress and physical illness? (18) Stress is an example of a behaviour and experience explained in physiological and psychological terms. Recently awareness has been heightened concerning the harmful effects of stress and how it can be successfully managed and prevented. Lay definitions of stress seem to focus on a 'force' or some kind of mental pressure which is exerted upon an individual which is aversive. Stress is often associated with anxiety, strain, tension, distress and fatigue. The effects of stress include biochemical physiological and psychological changes, many of which are associated with ill health effects (Gatchel 1989). Thus medical and psychological research findings in this area are crucial in aiding our understanding of the issue, in order to minimise these effects on health. Stress is usually defined as an interaction between an individual and their environment and the way they interpret what...
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