Unfortunately, modern society is an environment that stress can easily build up. Accumulation of stress can disrupt homeostasis. The reaction of disruption of homeostasis can manifest itself physically, psychologically, and behaviorally. Physical reactions include shortness of breath, loss of appetite, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhea, and insomnia. Psychological symptoms include lack of motivation, lack of interest, and a heavy body that cannot be moved (psychomotor retardation). Behavioral reactions can manifest in the form of negative behavior and social withdrawal (refusal to go to school or work). When the level of stress exceeds a person’s tolerance level, it can have various adverse effects on the mind and body. Currently, the World Health Organization sets the criteria for depression when doctors at hospitals make a diagnosis.
However, stress also has a positive side in that it can lead to personal growth. In some cases, the experience of overcoming stress can bring joy and a sense of accomplishment, and become a person’s confidence. The experience of overcoming stress can bring a sense of accomplishment and joy, and can help turn the next crisis you encounter into an opportunity. Stress does not necessarily have a negative effect on the mind or body. It has been found that stress can have a positive effect if you are aware of the stress and its tolerance level. A cultural anthropologist says that humans are animals that suffer and worry, but live positively. As the degree of “suffering” increases, they have a positive system to overcome it. Indeed, when we look at successful people, we can see that there are cases that they have overcome difficulties and created new situations.
If the symptoms of so-called “depression” continue, the mind and body become weak. So, what can we do to prevent these symptoms from appearing? It is said that when the function of serotonin weakens, it causes anxiety and depression. If that is the case, it is good to secrete moderate serotonin. Serotonin is promoted by moderate exercise and high-quality sleep. Moderate exercise, adequate sleep, and exposure to sunlight when you wake up in the morning promote the secretion of serotonin. Before stress becomes excessive, it is important to acquire some skills to effectively release stress. Skills such as various hobbies, walking, asking for advice, and saying no will likely become necessary in the society of the future.
