The autumn equinox, which marks when the days grow shorter than the nights, is a time of going into darkness. So too, on Yom Kippur we probe what we have covered over or forgotten, taking a journey into our own dark places (both good and bad memories) to remember who we truly are, and who we want to be.
How Stress Affects Blood Pressure. This physical reaction to stress is what causes an increase in blood pressure. However, this reaction is only temporary and will end once the stress goes away.
A hypertensive crisis is a severe increase in blood pressure that can lead to a stroke. Extremely high blood pressure â a top number (systolic pressure) of 180 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) or higher or a bottom number (diastolic pressure) of 120 mm Hg or higher â can damage blood vessels. The blood vessels become inflamed and may leak fluid or blood. As a result, the heart may not be able to pump blood effectively.Causes of a hypertensive emergency include:A hypertensive crisis is ...