Putting It All Together

Abstract

Up to this point we have attempted to discuss numerous issues which we feel are imperative to the effective clinical treatment of the stress response. We have discussed the nature of the response, detailing the potential mechanisms that may represent its constituents, and also the physiological foundations for the potential end-organ effects of excessive stress. We have discussed various types of stimuli which are common sources of the stress response, and the tools researchers and clinicians may use in order to measure the response. Finally, we have presented numerous options that the clinician may choose from in order to treat excessive stress in his or her client populations.