Category: Behavioral Health

Women differ from men in both their emotional and physical responses to stress, especially as age and hormones play in to the situation. When reacting to stressors, the body releases hormones such as cortisol, which can impact and affect the digestive system, immune system and overall wellbeing. According to a recent article, when stress hormones are released, it causes a temporary increase in energy production, at the expense of normal bodily processes and system responses.   Here are a few ways stress can negatively affect a women’s body.   Lower Libido Levels- Hormones play a huge role in sex drive, and when compromised with high-stress situations, intimacy can suffer.   Poor digestion- Stress factors can also lead to unbalanced stomach …

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