Your 24-hour cortisol pattern and your DHEA level determine whether your stress response is healthy. Depending on your results, you could be experiencing some of these symptoms:
Effects of stress on your body include:
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Headache
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Muscle tension or pain
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Chest pain
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Fatigue
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Change in sex drive
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Upset stomach
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Sleep problems
Effects of stress on your mood include:
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Anxiety
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Restlessness
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Lack of motivation or focus
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Feeling overwhelmed
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Irritability or anger
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Sadness or depression
Effects of stress on your behavior include:
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Overeating or undereating
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Angry outbursts
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Drug or alcohol abuse
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Tobacco use
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Social withdrawal
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Exercising less often