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Important to Know: How Noise Affects Stress
10.11.2023 17:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:22
Research has shown that chronic low noise levels can lead to adverse side effects, such as sleep problems, which can cause stress.
How noise affects stress levels
Noise can increase the levels of stress hormones such as cortisol, adrenaline and norepinephrine in the blood - even during sleep.
The longer these hormones are present in the circulatory system, the more likely they are to lead to life-threatening physiological problems.
Constant exposure to noise and vibrations on a person leads to a disruption of the bioelectrical activity of the brain, a slower reaction, and a deterioration in EEG indicators.
At the same time, biochemical tests show a sharp increase in the level of cortisone, adrenaline and norepinephrine - substances called “stress hormones”.
The normal noise level should not exceed 50 decibels.
Even a level below fifty, but occurring constantly, can also lead to overwork of the nervous system.
Adults experience headaches and fatigue, decreased attention and ability to concentrate, and children experience tearfulness and irritability.
Why is constant noise dangerous
Noise levels of 70-90 dB with prolonged exposure lead to diseases of the nervous system, and more than 100 dB - to hearing loss, even deafness.
Noise creates a significant load on the human nervous system, having a psychological effect on him.
