Who Founded Stress

The word ‘stress’ is used in physics to refer to the interaction between a force and the resistance to counter that force, and it was Hans Selye

Who is the father of stress?

The concept of stress remains prominent in public health and owes much to the work of Hans Selye (1907–1982), the “father of stress.” One of his main allies in this work has never been discussed as such: the tobacco industry.

Who studied stress?

Hans Selye pioneered the field of stress research and provided arguments that stress impacted health. If alarm reactions continue, the body begins getting used to being stressed. But this adaptation is not good for your health, since energy is concentrated on stress reactions.

James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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