Why Do My Hands Turn Pale and Feel Cold When I Am Stressed at Work?
1. Introduction Pale and cold hands during periods of occupational stress are a direct result of the fight-or-flight response mediated by the sympathetic nervous system. Acute psychological stress triggers the release of adrenaline, which forces the peripheral blood vessels in the extremities to constrict tightly in order to prioritize blood flow to the vital organs. … Read more