Dr. Hüseyin Kâmi BÜYÜKÖZER
Unfortunately, stress has become an important part of daily life today. It can affect all aspects of human life, a person’s normal functions and quality of life. “In fact, prolonged exposure to stress can lead to various health problems in the individual”. Research shows that long-term stress has negative effects on human health.
Stress, encountered in every area of life, can be defined as an introverted reaction that individuals show to situations they perceive as a challenge or threat, or as a situation that is sometimes exposed as a result of time pressure or an unexpected event or reaction as a result of interaction with the environment.
Research shows that long-term stress has a significant effect on the development of cardiovascular and circulatory system diseases, which are among the main causes of death today. Studies on stress indicate that stress has a strong relationship with mental health. Perception of stress and exposure to stressful events also increase the risk of substance use and substance addiction such as smoking, alcohol, and drugs.
Stress can affect not only physical and psychological health but also individuals’ daily attitudes and behaviors positively or negatively. Stress should not always be considered a negative factor for the organism. While stress conditions can prevent an individual’s capacity, they can also enable them to reveal their capacity. Mild stress can be stimulating for the individual, can activate the person and serve as a motivator. However, as stated above, as the level of stress increases, psychological, physical and behavioral problems can be seen for the individual.
Some researchers have used the concept of stress to encompass both aspects as good stress and bad stress. It is necessary for the organism to behave, work and develop. In other words, beneficial stress is a motivation consisting of the sum of psychological and physical powers required to overcome obstacles and solve problems. Stress can be seen in every period of the organism’s life. Beneficial stress may be needed for the development of the person and personal satisfaction.
