Chronic stress may also cause disease, either because of changes in your body or the overeating, smoking, and other bad habits people use to cope with stress. Job strain—high demands coupled with low decision-making latitude—is associated with increased risk of coronary disease, for example.

Chronic stress can be a contributor to health issues.TrueFalseQuestion 23

Chronic stress is caused by long-term problems that a person cannot control.*1 pointTrueFalse

Question No. 14Marks : 1.00    Stress can involve any interference that disturbs a person’s emotional and physical wellbeing            Stress is caused by external pressures, such as work.           Stress is the imbalance between the demands of everyday life and the ability to cope.           Too much stress can affect a person’s ability to function effectively.

What are the implications of compromised immune function as a result of exposure to chronic stress

Chronic stress is associated with an increased risk of:ProcrastinationHeart diseaseImproved immune functionDecreased blood pressureEnhanced cognitive function