Stress Pathophysiology and Stress-Related Disorders

Identify possible physical disorders caused by or exacerbated by stress:

• hypertension
• cardiovascular disorders
• migraine and tension headaches
• cancer
• arthritis
• respiratory disease
• ulcers
• colitis
• muscle tension problems.

Identify possible emotional disorders caused by or exacerbated by stress:

• anxiety
• panic attack
• depression
• adjustment disorders.

Identify possible behavioral disorders caused by or exacerbated by stress:

• conduct disorders
• eating disorders
• alcoholism
• hyperchondricism

Discuss the relationship between stress and illness.