allostasis


al·lo·sta·sis

(al-ō-stā'sis), In endocrinology, a chronic state of disordered homeostasis (dyshomestasis) that allows survival of the organism at the expense of its well-being and life expectancy. [allo + [homeo]stasis]

al·lo·sta·sis

(al-ō-stā'sis) The process of achieving equilibrium through fluctuating neuroendocrine responses to physical and psychological stressors.
See also: allostatic load
[G. allos, other, + stasis, a standing]

allostasis

(ă-los′-tă-sĭs) Physiological adaptation to stress.