Coach’s-Corner; “Can My Cellphone Give me Parkinson’s?”

Why Parkinson's now & in the Future is potentially related to cellphone use... On Pandemic levels.
Why the best diet for Parkinson's prevention may be "a Digital-diet".
*(Stop Chasing Dopamine)

Yes, long-term cortisol release can impact dopamine levels:
DOPAMINE DEPLETION =
Chronic stress can lead to the sustained release of cortisol, which can deplete dopamine levels. This can decrease activity in the brain's pleasure pathways.
NEUROTRANSMITTER IMBALANCE =
Cortisol can alter the balance of neurotransmitters, which can have different outcomes depending on the affected brain regions.
SEROTONIN RECEPTOR DAMAGE =
Cortisol can damage the receptor sites of serotonin, another neurotransmitter that's important for mood.
BRAIN CELL DAMAGE =
Cortisol can create more glutamate, which can damage brain cells.
REDUCED BDNF PRODUCTION =
Cortisol can inhibit the production of BDNF, a protein that helps build new brain cells.

Some research suggests that childhood adversity can alter the dopamine system, which may lead to vulnerability towards mental illnesses and addiction.
...and don't even get me started on the new smartwatch trend...
Smartwatches can absolutely increase anxiety in some individuals, particularly those already prone to health anxiety, as the constant monitoring of health data like heart rate can lead to an unhealthy fixation on potential abnormalities, even when none exist; essentially making people more aware of their body's fluctuations and causing potentially more major worry about seemingly minor changes.
Key points about Smartwatches and their negative impact on Anxiety:
OVER-MONITORING:
Continuously checking health metrics on a smartwatch can lead to a heightened focus on minor fluctuations, which can trigger anxiety in susceptible individuals.
HEALTH ANXIETY AMPLIFICATION:
For people with pre-existing health concerns like arrhythmias, using a smartwatch to monitor heart rate can exacerbate anxiety about their condition.
"DIGITAL HEALTH ANXIETY":
The term used to describe the anxiety caused by constant monitoring of health data through wearable devices.
However, it's important to note that there can be some Positive aspects, when approached like you would for say, drinking Coffee (see the Article in this Edition)...
MODERATION IS KEY:
For many people, smartwatches can be a valuable tool for motivation and promoting healthy habits by tracking activity levels and sleep patterns.
MINDFUL USAGE:
Being aware of your tendency to over-analyze data and setting limits on how often you check your smartwatch can mitigate potential anxiety issues.

Remember that your muscular and mental health may rely more on what you do with the time you have on your hands than what smartwatch you wear on your wrist... For peace of mind, and a piece of mind, Check these out...

https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/a-social-media-heart-check

https://www.butler.org/blog/phone-affecting-your-mental-health