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If you are stressed/anxious throughout the day can that increase blood pressure? not talking about panic attacks just anxiousness.
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Yes, stress: and anxiety, along with pain, can raise blood pressure. See Herbert Benson's book, the Relaxation Response for a technique to help and/or see a clinical psychologist for strategies. Peace and good health.
Answered 9/22/2014
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