stressis
Stressis is a theoretical construct used in discussions of stress biology and psychology to describe the integrated state that follows the perception of a demand or threat. It is not a formal diagnosis but a framework for analyzing how physiological, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral systems coordinate in response to stressors.
Components and mechanisms include activation of the hypothalamic–pituitary–adrenal (HPA) axis with cortisol release, autonomic arousal with
Dimensions of stressis can be acute or chronic. Acute stressis may enhance performance or vigilance in the
Measurement and research often combine physiological markers (for example, cortisol levels, heart rate variability) with self-report
Implications and management emphasize reducing excessive load and supporting adaptive coping through interventions like sleep optimization,
See also: stress, HPA axis, allostatic load, autonomic nervous system, coping strategies.