WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF STRESS?

Why is it important that we understand what the symptoms of stress are?

Prolonged stress is linked to numerous life-threatening diseases and debilitating disorders.

Prolonged stress can be a major contributor to a myriad of addictions including drug, alcohol and cigarette addiction.

The effects of stress are also linked to obesity and suicide.

Did you know?

Seventy-five to ninety percent of all visits to primary care physicians in America are stress related

Women who work fulltime and have children under the age of thirteen report the greatest levels of stress

According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, job stress is more strongly associated with health complaints than financial or family problems

Becoming aware of the symptoms of stress is the first step to minimizing your stress!

When the body perceives a threat, the adrenal glands release stress hormones. The perceived threat can be a physical or emotional threat. When these chemicals are released they are stimulants to the brain and body to react.

Some of the body’s reactions are:

Increasing muscle tensio

Increasing blood pressure

Increasing blood sugar levels

Increasing heart rate

Speeding up of metabolism

Minimizing the output of regulatory hormones

Diverting blood flow from the brain to the extremities

Increasing respiratory rate

There are numerous physical symptoms that these changes in the body can create.

Below are some examples:

Fatigue

Increase in bodily sweat

Clenched teeth

Headache

Short and shallow breathing

Palpitations of the heart

Knot in the stomach

Diarrhea

Hands shaking

Back and neck pai

Heartbu

Blushing

Eczema

Hives

Psoriasis

Trouble sleeping

The brain’s reaction to stress is what gives us our feelings of stress.

Some examples are listed below:

Nervousness

Anxiousness

Depression

Incessant mind chatter

Fearfulness

Anger

Frustration

Poor concentratio

Brain in a fog

Lack of self confidence

Inability to make decisions

Poor judgment

Helplessness

Lack of control

Hopelessness

Stress has such a broad and subjective definition. It is for this reason that there may be many more symptoms of stress both physically and emotionally.

If you learn how to minimize your stress, it is likely that you will minimize your symptoms.

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If your symptoms persist it is important to rule out any other factors by seeing your doctor.

Next, please read "How to Cope with Stress" by Karen Parsons on the Selfgrowth Website or visit www.successfulsolutionslifecoaching.com for more vital articles on Stress Management!