The Hindu | Prolonged stress can shrink the brain Times of India The research suggests chemicals - called corticosteroids - can kill off brain cells if concentrations remain high over long periods. Corticosteroids help the body in 'fight or flight' situations - suppressing the immune system and increasing the amount ... Long standing stress may cause shrinkage of brain and dementia Stress does shrink your brain, research shows Persistent Stress Can Cause Dementia, Says Study |