May 2011 PMID 20707675

Stress- and allostasis-induced brain plasticity.

Bruce S McEwen, Peter J Gianaros

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Peak: 2 in Aug 2021
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What people are saying

The discussions reflect an awareness of how chronic stress alters brain regions like the hippocampus and amygdala, with phrases such as 'effects of chronic stress' and 'allostatic load' highlighting scientific relevance; this tone and choice of words reveal a focused recognition of the implications for mental health and neural health.

AgreementModerate agreement

The posts acknowledge the negative impacts of chronic stress on the brain, suggesting general agreement with the article's findings, especially regarding hippocampal and amygdala changes.

InterestModerate interest

The discussion demonstrates curiosity about the subject, citing neurobiological effects and implications for health, showing moderate interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts involve brief evaluations of brain function and stress responses, indicating thoughtful engagement but not deep or extensive discussion.

ImpactModerate impact

The concern about risks of prolonged stress responses suggests recognition of the research's importance for health and medical fields, implying a moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The brain is central to how we perceive stress, manage stress responses, and undergo changes due to stress, influencing both mental and physical health.
  • Neural circuits in the brain adaptively respond to stress in the short term (allostasis) but can lead to negative health consequences over time (allostatic load).
  • This review explores how brain plasticity impacts our adaptation to stress and discusses potential interventions for chronic health conditions linked to these stress-related changes.

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Rachel Lee
@rachelleefit · X

A critical study on the effects of chronic stress on the brain. Reduced hippocampal function, which you need for rational thought processes, and simultaneous increased action in the amygdala, heightening emotional responses like fear. https://t.co/UnS7M1eDN7

Aug 29, 2023 · 1 like · 261 followers View post →
Johannes W. Dietrich
@drjwdietrich · X

@FionaPWME @dr_kevinlee Additional risk may ensue from prolonged or excessive allostatic responses, resulting in allostatic load or allostatic overload. https://t.co/f2ZqIPrFej

Aug 8, 2021 · 1,146 followers View post →

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Rachel Lee
@rachelleefit · X

A critical study on the effects of chronic stress on the brain. Reduced hippocampal function, which you need for rational thought processes, and simultaneous increased action in the amygdala, heightening emotional responses like fear. https://t.co/UnS7M1eDN7

Aug 29, 2023 · 1 like · 261 followers View post →
Johannes W. Dietrich
@drjwdietrich · X

@FionaPWME @dr_kevinlee Additional risk may ensue from prolonged or excessive allostatic responses, resulting in allostatic load or allostatic overload. https://t.co/f2ZqIPrFej

Aug 8, 2021 · 1,146 followers View post →