JAKARTA - Not a few people don't like when Monday arrives and judge that the day makes stress increase. A recent study from the University of Hong Kong revealed the reasons related to Monday are considered the most stressful day by many people.
The study says that Monday stress is already embedded in human biology. This effect is still felt even by those who have retired.
Quoted from Real Simple, on Monday, April 6, 2026, the study revealed that the human body and brain have been 'conditioned' to associate Monday with stress and anxiety.
The researchers then traced why Monday is so fraught with anxiety, how stress increases in the body, and its impact on overall health.
"Mondays act as a cultural 'stress booster'," said the study's lead author, Professor Tarani Chandola.
The study explains that for some people, the transition to the beginning of the week triggers a series of biological reactions whose effects can last for months.
Interestingly, this is not just related to work, but rather about how deeply the meaning of Monday is embedded in human stress physiology, even after their working hours are over.
Not only that, this study also found that the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA), a system that regulates stress hormones such as cortisol, blood pressure, insulin, and the immune system, experiences typical disruptions on Mondays.
Thus, the human body biologically and culturally views Monday as a stressful day. This condition can have a real impact on health, one of which is the risk of heart attack.
Therefore, it is highly recommended to give room to adapt at the beginning of the week is very important. Being softer on yourself and others on Monday can be a small step to maintain physical and mental health throughout the week.
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