Toxic stressors refer to prolonged or repeated exposure to severe and uncontrollable stress during childhood, which can have detrimental effects on physical development.
Related terms
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs): ACEs refer to various traumatic events experienced during childhood, such as abuse, neglect, or household dysfunction.
Allostatic Load: Allostatic load is the cumulative wear and tear on the body due to chronic stress over time.
HPA Axis Dysregulation: HPA axis dysregulation refers to an imbalance in the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, which plays a crucial role in regulating the body's response to stress.