• Stress, especially if chronic, can have major repercussions on our health  

  • Psychologist Dr Amber Johnston explores the complex mind-body reactions that occur under stress

  • If you need support, we have therapists, counsellors and psychologists available on Welldoing here


Dr Amber Johnston is a verified Welldoing psychologist in Reading and online


Further reading

Why head, heart and gut matter in decision making

Trauma responses: understanding your window of tolerance

Pilates as a treatment for trauma: Mindful movement

What is the vagus nerve?

Why do some people get more stressed than others?