Does stress affect your health?

Yes, of course: Stress can lead to poor sleep, weight gain, irritability, tension, anxiety, and depression. It can increase risk of stroke & heart attack. In certain brain regions, it can shrink gray matter tied to emotion and physiological functions. Being bullied as kids can lead to shorter telomeres -- signs of premature aging. There's also a connection between anxiety about life stresses and chronic illness.

New research: Indicates that stress may only be harmful if you believe it is harmful. It may be our attitude about stress that is most harmful. Check out the full information at http://www.Ted.Com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend.Html.