http://www.symptoms-of-stress.info Symptoms of stress weblog Wed, 28 May 2008 19:51:27 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Psychological Symptoms Psychological effects are caused by increased cortisol level and its metabolites and other accumulated metabolic products. The symptoms involve: • Mood swings • Anxiety • Depression • Outbursts of anger • Head ache • Irritability • Dependence on alcohol • Lack of concentration Stress is a typical physiological reaction. When the trigger disappears the symptoms lessen and the body returns back to normal. However, if the ... http://www.symptoms-of-stress.info/psychological-symptoms-of-stress/ Diversion of the Blood from Less Vital to More Vital Organs Blood is diverted from less vital places such as skin, gastrointestinal tract, liver, kidney, spleen, bone and muscle to more important organs, for example brain, heart and adrenals. This is often referred to as 'Diving reflex' though the term is ... http://www.symptoms-of-stress.info/physical-signs-and-symptoms-of-stress/