Mental Health
Self-Assessment
Stress
Included in Essential Labs
Why we test it
Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which damages the hippocampus (the brain's memory center) over time. Sustained stress response also drives inflammation and impairs the brain's ability to form new memories.
What you Can do
- Mindfulness meditation
- Breathing exercises
- Yoga
- Nature exposure
- Social connection
- Journaling
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