Controlling Stress Crossword Puzzle

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Across
  1. 2. A contemplative discourse usually on a religious or philosophical subject
  2. 3. SYSTEM, Increase in heart rate and stronger contraction of the heart muscle.
  3. 5. SYSTEM, esophagus, stomach, bowels
  4. 7. ILLNESS, Bipolar disorder
  5. 11. Generally prevalent
  6. 14. SYSTEM, The body sends signals from the hypothalamus, causing the adrenal cortex to produce cortisol (stress hormones).
  7. 15. the state of being free from tension and anxiety
  8. 16. SYSTEM, contraction of muscles for extended periods can trigger tension headaches and migraines.
  9. 17. Eager, often agitated desire; one’s anxiety to make a good impression, for example
  10. 18. SYSTEM, the body suddenly shifts its energy resources to fighting off the perceived threat.
Down
  1. 1. severe, recurring headache, usually affecting only one side of the head, characterized by sharp pain and often accompanied by nausea, vomiting and visual disturbances
  2. 4. RESPONSE, An involuntary reaction to an immediate danger or threat, which prepares a person physically either to respond to the danger or run away
  3. 6. Having been widened; expanded
  4. 8. Psychiatric disorder characterized by an inability to concentrate; insomnia; loss of appetite; feelings of extreme sadness guilt, helplessness, and hopelessness; thoughts of death
  5. 9. SYSTEM, Stress can make you breathe harder and cause hyperventilation.
  6. 10. SYSTEM, In men, excess cortisol can affect the normal functioning of the reproductive system. In women, stress can cause absent or irregular menstrual cycles or more-painful periods.
  7. 12. the way your body reacts and adjusts to the psychological and physical demands of life.
  8. 13. To make visible