Assessment of Stress Parameters and Cognitive Functions in Different IQ-EQ Groups

ABSTRACT

There is individual variation in response to same type of stress depending on the IQ-EQ level. Stress effectsvarious parameters of higher mental functions such as attention, concentration, decision making, learning andmemory. Even the cognitive functions vary depending upon the variation in general and emotional level of aperson. This study was conducted on thirty-five healthy male volunteer students chosen randomly and aftertaking consent. The subjects were divided into four groups depending upon their IQ-EQ level. Parameters ofstress and cognitive functions were assessed between groups. Significant differences in four groups werefound for handgrip, ASS and serum cortisol. Low IQ high EQ and low IQ low EQ groups were most stressedout.