Stress & Burnout Research

Stress is the feeling of being overwhelmed or unable to cope with mental or emotional pressure. Many kinds of situations and life events can lead to stress: experiencing something new or unexpected, threats to our sense of self, or feelings that we’re losing control over a situation.

The physiological stress response can manifest itself in many different ways. The body produces stress hormones that create a “fight or flight” response and activate the immune system. These triggers kick in to help us respond quickly to dangerous situations, but too much stress can leave the body in a permanent state of fight or flight. It overwhelms the body and mind, leaving us unable to cope with the stress hormones and creating physical issues like chronic inflammation and adrenal fatigue. 

How Can FirstLine Therapy Help With Stress?

There is a direct link between emotional stress and inflammation. In a discussion for Metagenics, Jennifer Stagg, ND and Deanna Minich, Ph.D., look at the connections between psychological stress and health and chronic disease states. As they note, more studies are finding a link between emotional health, inflammation, oxidative stress, and chronic health conditions, like diabetes.

We all deal with stress differently, and your FirstLine Therapy routine will account for genetics, personality, life experiences, and social and economic circumstances. It can also affect mood and lead to occasional sleeplessness. The targeted strategies from FirstLine Therapy can address the symptoms of stress and help you manage them.