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Title: Is Stress Actually Good For You?


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Is Stress Actually
Good For You?
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Stress Enhances Cognitive Function
According to the University of California,
Berkeley, certain stress levels can increase
cognitive function and help you stay as alert as
possible. The studys test subjects stem cells
formed new nerve cells that improved brain
function due to stress. Therefore, a little bit
of stress at work can boost creativity and
productivity. When you have an impending
deadline, keep that in mind.
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It Aids In Preventing You From Getting Ill
Your bodys flight or fight response keeps you
safe from harm or other perceived threats.
According to a Stanford University study, mild
stress increases the production of interleukins,
which strengthen your bodys defenses against
disease. Therefore, if you are anxious about
visiting the doctor or getting an injection,
that stress may hasten your recovery or increase
the capability of immunization.
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Stress Enhances Memory
Stress is directly connected to your enhanced
brain function. Your memory gets better as the
connections between your brains cells increase.
According to the Union Carbide (UC) Berkley
researchers, animals in the wild who recall
stressful situations like nearly being eaten up
help them remember how to avoid being in the
same situation again.
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Pregnancy Stress Can Make Your Children Smarter
According to a Johns Hopkins University study,
the children of mothers who experienced mild to
moderate stress during pregnancy were more
intelligent and advanced than the age of two.
Therefore, sharing a little stress while
pregnant wont harm the unborn child and may even
result in the birth of a Little Einstein.
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You Develop Greater Resilience
The saying whatever doesnt kill you makes you
stronger is partially true. Your ability to
manage moderate stress now will help you later
manage more stress, whether good or bad. Youve
practiced dealing with stressors, so youll
remember how to do it.
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Some Stress Is Beneficial to Your Mental Health
Small amounts of stress can even improve your
mental health. According to Melanie Greenberg,
Ph.D., dealing with manageable stressors and
recovering can help you become mentally stronger.
According to her writing, small amounts of
stress make us stronger, more tolerant, and
better able to tolerate and adapt to lifes
challenges. In a nutshell, the benefit of good
stress is good mental health.
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Thank You
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