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High-Stress Recovery

Meaning

High-stress recovery is the dedicated physiological and psychological process following exposure to intense or chronic stressors, aimed at restoring allostatic balance and reversing the detrimental effects of sustained sympathetic nervous system activation. Effective recovery involves the timely normalization of key biomarkers, including cortisol and inflammatory markers, and the replenishment of neurochemical reserves. Clinically, optimizing this recovery phase is crucial for preventing the transition from acute stress response to chronic adrenal and metabolic dysfunction. It is a vital component of hormonal health and resilience.