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.
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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 1-800-223-2273 ext. 46115. Or, call the Center for Integrative Medicine Clinical Practice at (216) 986-HEAL.
- American Heart Association - http://www.americanheart.org/*
- Cleveland Clinic Health Information Library - http://www.clevelandclinic.org/health/search/
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