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Chronic Psychosocial Stress

Meaning

Chronic Psychosocial Stress refers to the sustained physiological and psychological response to ongoing social or environmental demands perceived as threatening or exceeding coping resources. This persistent activation of the body’s stress systems results from prolonged exposure to stressors such as work pressure, relationship difficulties, financial strain, or social isolation. It differs from acute stress by its extended duration and cumulative impact on physiological regulation.