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The Stress Effect On The Human Body

The Stress Effect On The Human Body

  • The heart beats faster than normal, pushing blood to the muscles, heart, and other vital organs.
  • Pulse rate and blood pressure go up.
  • The person undergoing these changes also starts to breathe more rapidly.
  • Small airways in the lungs open wide. This way, the lungs can take in as much oxygen as possible with each breath.
  • Extra oxygen is sent to the brain, increasing alertness.
  • Sight, hearing, and other senses become sharper.
  • All of these changes happen so quickly that people aren't aware of them.

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