It's normal to have some stress. Stress releases hormones that speed up our heart, make us breathe faster, and give us a burst of energy. Stress can be useful when we need to focus on or finish a big project. But too much stress or being under stress for too long isn't good. Constant stress can make us more likely to get sick more often. It can make chronic pain worse and can also lead to long-term health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, back problems and