/oss/taxonomy/term/4930/all en /oss/article/health/stressing-about-stress-relief <p>As far as COVID-19 goes, there may be different opinions about masks, gatherings, and modes of transmission, but there is universal agreement that it causes stress. Although we all recognize it when we encounter it, defining stress is difficult. Here is my definition. Stress is the mind’s reaction to a situation one does not want to be in and results in some form of altered biochemical activity. You go to the doctor, she suspects you have a problem and immediately sends you for a test. Your heart begins to beat faster, you feel jittery and you may even sweat a little. What has happened?</p> Fri, 06 Nov 2020 17:00:00 +0000 Joe Schwarcz PhD 8475 at /oss