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Hans Selye (1907–1982) was a pioneering Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist best known for his research on the biological effects of stress. Often called the 'father of stress research,' Selye introduced the concept of the General Adaptation Syndrome and significantly influenced modern understanding of psychosomatic medicine and stress physiology.
Known for: The Stress of Life
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The Stress of Life
In this groundbreaking work, endocrinologist Hans Selye introduces the concept of stress as a biological and psychological phenomenon. Drawing from decades of research, Selye explains how the body responds to various stressors through the General Adaptation Syndrome, detailing the physiological mechanisms and long-term health consequences of chronic stress. The book bridges medicine, psychology, and everyday life, offering insights into how stress affects human well-being and disease.
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The Birth of a Concept: Stress and the General Adaptation Syndrome
When I began medical research in the 1930s, I noticed a puzzling pattern. Regardless of the specific disease I induced in laboratory animals, the same physical changes appeared: enlargement of the adrenal glands, shrinkage of the thymus and lymphatic structures, and ulceration in the stomach. These ...
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The Alarm Reaction: Mobilizing for Survival
Imagine suddenly encountering danger—a car hurtling toward you, or a heated argument erupting in your office. In that instant, the body shifts into alarm. The pituitary and adrenal systems ignite, releasing a cascade of hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol. Your heart races, blood pressure rises...
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About Hans Selye
Hans Selye (1907–1982) was a pioneering Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist best known for his research on the biological effects of stress. Often called the 'father of stress research,' Selye introduced the concept of the General Adaptation Syndrome and significantly influenced modern understanding ...
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Hans Selye (1907–1982) was a pioneering Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist best known for his research on the biological effects of stress. Often called the 'father of stress research,' Selye introduced the concept of the General Adaptation Syndrome and significantly influenced modern understanding ...
Hans Selye (1907–1982) was a pioneering Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist best known for his research on the biological effects of stress. Often called the 'father of stress research,' Selye introduced the concept of the General Adaptation Syndrome and significantly influenced modern understanding of psychosomatic medicine and stress physiology.
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