Category: About stress

The final stage of living the life at the full speed and chronic stress is burnout. In 1974 the psychologist Herbert Fredenberger listed and described the 12 stages of burnout.  

The adrenal glands produce stress hormones: adrenaline which is responsible for the ‘fight or flight’ reaction and cortisol which main task is to maintain energy levels so that you have the strength to counteract the stressful situation.

Chronic stress occurs when one is constantly exposed to a stressful environment for a prolonged period of time without respite and time for regeneration. This type of stress produces many symptoms and can take a heavy toll on your health.

The origin of burnout cannot be traced back to a single factor. Numerous reasons may lead to it given the complexity of a human being. However, it is always a mix of health, psychological, occupational and other issues that come together.