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Stress Adaptation

Meaning

Stress Adaptation is the physiological and psychological process by which an organism adjusts to acute or chronic environmental, physical, or emotional demands, maintaining or restoring homeostatic balance. This process involves a complex, integrated response mediated primarily by the nervous and endocrine systems, particularly the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. Successful adaptation is crucial for resilience and long-term health, whereas maladaptation can lead to chronic disease and hormonal dysregulation.