What effect does stress have on one's body?

The effect of stress on one’s body is a two fold answer. Short term, it actually causes a boost of energy, the immune system works better, pain, sensation goes down. Long term stress, which is what most of us think about when we say stress, can decrease the body’s function. So this is where we start running into the risk of increase risk for heart attack, stroke, skin problems, digestive problems also.