Stress and their Health Effects

Los Angeles Stress and Health Lawyers

According to an article published by the American Psychological Association, hormones related to stress have been linked to health issues that can be lethal. These hormones are Adrenaline and Cortisol, and at a balance can be helpful, but just like anything else, too much of anything can cause significant side effects.

Stress and health cases that we handle

Acute or circumstantial stress is normal, but left untreated, it can turn into chronic stress, which in turn can increase the risk of the following:

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Headaches
• Digestive issues
• Muscle Tension
• Heart Disease
• Heart Attack
• High Blood Pressure
• Stroke
• Sleeping Disorders
• Weight Gain
• Memory Concentration Issues.

Stress is a natural response in human favor, and although usually not a threat, many Americans are experiencing stress at dangerous levels. Stress can be triggered by anything of importance to you. Traffic and time management can all contribute to milder versions of stress. However, stress can also become severe when involved in a violent incident. The American Institute of Stress determined that the workplace is the #1 cause of stress for Americans.

Because stress has proven to be a serious issue, this has become a notable claim should you wish to open a Workers’ Compensation case, have been involved in an Auto Accident, or have been hurt elsewhere.