Stress and Your Health
Most people have to face stressful situations at some point in their lives. They may be due to work, school, or family pressures, among other things. While the body’s reaction to stress can help you in some situations, prolonged stress can actually disrupt your overall physical health and lead to several long-term complications.
A recent study estimated that 2/3rds of all doctor’s office visits were due to stress-related health problems. It is important for you to find a doctor—and an insurance plan—that works to help you deal with your stress problems, for instance by recommending and covering a stress therapist. To find the best health insurance plan for your needs, contact a California health insurance agent from Catherine Michaels Insurance Services today at 888-875-9888.
The Body’s Response to Stress
Stress triggers the release of hormones that prepare your body to fight or flight. When released, the stress hormones cause the body to react in several different ways, including:
- Increase in heart rate
- Increase in breathing rate
- Slowed or stopped digestion
- Tensed muscles
- Increased blood flow to the brain and muscles
Long-Term Complications
Over time, the changes in your heart rate and other reactions from stress can cause long-term health problems, including:
- Susceptibility to infections
- Increased risk of cancer
- Stroke
- Heart attack
- Digestive issues
Thus, it is important for you to find ways to manage your health so that you can protect your well-being.
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In some health plans, you can be pigeonholed to a certain doctor and a narrow field of health specialists. This can prevent you from getting the stress-management help that you need. To find a health insurance company that better fits your needs, contact an independent California health insurance agent from Catherine Michaels Insurance Services at 888-875-9888 today.