EPISODE · Jun 19, 2026 · 1H
1114 - Clinicians Guide to the Biology of Chronic Stress
from Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes · host Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
00:00 Welcome & Introduction to HPA Axis 03:00 How the HPA Axis Regulates Stress Response 07:00 Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic Systems Explained 12:00 Chronic Stress and System Imbalances 17:00 Hypervigilance, Tolerance, and Resistance 21:00 How Chronic Stress Alters the Brain 28:00 Physiological Triggers and Vicious Cycles 34:00 Key Hormones & Neurotransmitters in Stress 40:00 Mood, Sleep, and Cognitive Impacts 46:00 Physical, Emotional, and Cognitive Symptoms 50:00 Common Stress Sources & Risk Factors 52:00 Treatment Priorities & Week-by-Week Plan 58:00 Movement, Lifestyle Habits, and Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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00:00 Welcome & Introduction to HPA Axis 03:00 How the HPA Axis Regulates Stress Response 07:00 Sympathetic vs. Parasympathetic Systems Explained 12:00 Chronic Stress and System Imbalances 17:00 Hypervigilance, Tolerance, and Resistance 21:00 How Chronic Stress Alters the Brain 28:00 Physiological Triggers and Vicious Cycles 34:00 Key Hormones & Neurotransmitters in Stress 40:00 Mood, Sleep, and Cognitive Impacts 46:00 Physical, Emotional, and Cognitive Symptoms 50:00 Common Stress Sources & Risk Factors 52:00 Treatment Priorities & Week-by-Week Plan 58:00 Movement, Lifestyle Habits, and Recap Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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