Stress and health research suggests that

A) stress may relate to the incidence of physical illness in general.
B) stress effects influence only specific illnesses.
C) stress relates to physical illness only in predisposed individuals.
D) stress is very specific in its effects on health.

Research suggests that stress can contribute to the incidence or severity of a wide range of physical illnesses, including cardiovascular disease, infections, autoimmune disorders, and gastrointestinal problems, among others. While the relationship between stress and physical health is complex and varies across individuals and contexts, there is evidence to suggest that chronic or severe stress can compromise immune and physiological functioning, and increase the risk of developing or exacerbating certain health problems.