Stress & Emotions
Stress and anger are a part of life. However, the body's reaction to uncontrolled stress and anger is a risk factor for heart disease. When the body senses danger, it releases epinephrine, a hormone that makes the heart beat faster and the body ready for action. People who are stressed all the time, also secrete a hormone called cortisol. This hormone raises blood pressure and causes the body to retain fluids. Together, these circulating hormones place more stress on your heart.
Learn more about stress and how to control it from the topics to the right.
For more information about stress:
- For more information about techniques to manage stress, please call the Department of Psychology Stress Management Program at 216.444.6115 or 800.223.2273 ext. 46115. Or, call the Center for Integrative Medicine Clinical Practice at 216.986.HEAL.
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