Nervous system & stress
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Why Nervous system &
stress matters
The stress response is designed to be temporary. When it becomes chronic, the body pays a significant price. Elevated cortisol over time suppresses immunity, disrupts hormonal balance, impairs gut function and affects sleep, memory and mood.
We work with people who have been managing stress for years without anyone looking at what it is doing to their biology.
Concerns where
Nervous system & stress
may play a role
Together with Dr Fiona Forbes and the medical team, we use over 400 biomarkers to understand the underlying factors contributing to symptoms.
These concerns are not assessed in isolation, but always in the context of the full biological picture.
How nervous system & stress
connects to other systems
Chronic stress and nervous system dysregulation rarely stay contained to one area.
Our approach
At Forbes.health, we assess the nervous system and stress response through biomarkers that show what chronic stress is actually doing to the body. That includes cortisol patterns, adrenal function, neurotransmitter markers and the downstream effects on other systems.
We look at the biological picture behind the burnout, not just the symptoms.
“Our role is not only to identify what is out of range, but to understand how the body is functioning as a whole, and what may be driving symptoms beneath the surface.”
Dr Fiona Forbes,
Chief Medical Officer
How we assess
Relevant testing panels
The most relevant tests depend on the individual, their symptoms and their medical history. For nervous system & stress, the following panels are frequently used:
Measures cortisol patterns across the day including morning peak, daytime rhythm and evening levels, alongside DHEAS and sex hormones. Reveals how the body is managing and recovering from stress. One of the most important panels for anyone dealing with burnout or adrenal concerns.
Includes neurotransmitter metabolites such as serotonin, dopamine and GABA markers. Adds important context where stress overlaps with mood, sleep and cognitive function. Also assesses nutritional cofactors that support nervous system function.
Thyroid dysfunction frequently accompanies chronic stress and cortisol dysregulation. We include this panel where thyroid-related patterns are present alongside stress symptoms.
Chronic stress generates significant oxidative damage at a cellular level. This panel measures DNA damage markers and the body's antioxidant capacity, showing how much of a toll prolonged stress is taking on the body's cells.
From insight to direction
Whether navigating persistent symptoms or taking a proactive approach, the goal is always the same: to understand what your body is doing and why.
Takes under 60 seconds · 100% obligation-free
