How Prolonged Stress Unbeknownst to You—and How to Address It By Dr. Apurva Tiwari, Indore Psychiatrist
I work as a psychiatrist in Indore, and I have seen firsthand how long-term stress not only affects your mind but also subtly alters your bod y , particularly your appearance. Although many people think that stress might make them appear thinner or more alert because it causes energy spikes that keep them awake, the science—and the mirror—tells a different tale. (1) Stress: The Silent Sculptor of Premature Aging Prolonged exposure to stress floods the body with cortisol, a hormone designed for short-term survival but devastating when constantly activated. It chips away at your youth:- Wrinkles and Fine Lines become more prominent because cortisol degrades collagen and elastin, the scaffolding that keeps your skin smooth. Hormone imbalances and inflammatory reactions can exacerbate skin conditions like acne and dullness. Patients are frequently caught off guard by hair loss and greying. Stress changes follicle cycles, causing strands to lose pigment and shed more quickly. Fa...