The Stress Hypertension Connection: How Your Mind Affects Your Arteries
By: Mathew Kunnath John, MSW, MPhil Psychological stress directly contributes to high blood pressure by activating the body’s “fight-or-flight” response. When stressed, the brain releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol that cause blood vessels to constrict, leading to a temporary spike in blood pressure. In the modern world, chronic stressors from work or finances […]
Anxiety or Stress? How to Tell the Difference and What to Do About It
By: Mathew Kunnath John MSW, MPhil Distinguishing between stress and anxiety gives you the power to choose the right tools. However, if these feelings become chronic, overwhelming, and interfere with your daily life—preventing you from working, sleeping, or maintaining relationships—it’s a sign that you may need more support. Reaching out to a therapist […]
Your Guide to Recognizing and Coping with Stress
By: Mathew Kunnath John, MSW, MPhil Stress. It’s a word we hear and use often, but what does it really mean? At its core, stress is our body’s natural response to changes or demands in our environment. Think of it as an internal alarm system that goes off when we face a challenge, aggression, or […]
