stress

[syntekz]

How much of a roll does stress play on becoming sick.

I've been sick for the past week and can either blame it on the change of weather or the fact that I'm working full time, just broke up with my girlfriend, trying to start a business, and am depressed.

Any ideas?

[heathj]

I personally think stress plays a major roll. Whenever I get stressed out, I am always tired, get sick easily, have bad workouts, etc...Stress can lead to depression and anger, also.

[Delphi]

Sorry to hear about the domestic troubles. There was a questionnaire I saw in college that predicted the chance of coming down with a major illness within a year, based on stress factors in your life. Stress definitely compromises your immune system. Check these out, they're roughly all the same:

http://www.empirehealthcare.com/your_health/wellness_center/your_body/stress_manager.shtml#questionnaire

http://cbshealthwatch.medscape.com/cx/viewarticle/150551_6

http://www.dwd.state.wi.us/notespub/dwdpub/2242_28a.htm