Hypothalamus

What is this part of the brain called? The Hypothalamus

Why is it important? It can be activated by stress!

What is stress? It;s a state of threatened homeostasis, resulting in some imbalance. There can be a stressor that’s responsible for imbalance like deprived resources, social conflict or a pandemic… And in response to the imbalance, the body shows a stress response.

Are there ways to remediate it’s effects? Yes! Some ways include having control over the stress, being able to predict the stress or having an outlet for frustration.

Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and does not take the place of medical advice.