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Causes of Stress

Things that could be causing your Stress

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  • Noises
  • Aggressive behavior
  • A lot of decision-making
  • Scary moments in movies
  • Heavy workload
  • Going out on a first date
  • Social media
  • Lack of socializing
  • Significant Change in your life
  • Anxiousness
  • Feeling like you don't have control
  • Money problems
  • Having extremely high expectation
  • Being out of your comfort zone
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    Effects of Exhaustion

    Effects of Exhaustion

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    What's Happening to me Physically?

    "Research suggests that stress can bring on or worsen certain symptoms or diseases. Stress is linked to 6 of the leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, lung ailments, accidents, cirrhosis of the liver, and suicide."

    Read More: Cleveland Clinic

    "Stress is the body's natural defense against predators and danger. It flushes the body with hormones to prepare systems to evade or confront danger. This is known as the "fight-or-flight" mechanism.When we are faced with a challenge, part of our response is physical. The body activates resources to protect us by preparing us either to stay and fight or to get away as fast as possible.The body produces larger quantities of the chemicals cortisol, adrenaline, and noradrenaline. These trigger an increased heart rate, heightened muscle preparedness, sweating, and alertness. All these factors improve the ability to respond to a hazardous or challenging situation."

    Read More: Medical News Today

    What's Happening to me Physically?

    "Stress slows normal bodily functions, such as the digestive and immune systems. All resources can then be concentrated on rapid breathing, blood flow, alertness, and muscle use."

    Read More: Medical News Today

    Physical Symptoms of Stress

  • Dizziness or a general feeling of "being out of it."
  • General aches and pains.
  • Grinding teeth, clenched jaw.
  • Headaches.
  • Indigestion or acid reflux symptoms.
  • Increase in/loss of appetite.
  • Muscle tension in neck, face or shoulders.
  • Problems sleeping.
  • Racing heart.
  • Cold and sweaty palms.
  • Social withdraw
  • Exhaustion
  • Trembling/shaking.
  • Weight gain or loss.
  • Sexual performance difficulties.
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    What's Happening to me Emotionally

    "Research suggests that stress can bring on or worsen certain symptoms or diseases. Stress is linked to 6 of the leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, lung ailments, accidents, cirrhosis of the liver, and suicide."

    Read More: Cleveland Clinic

    "Some situations will affect some people and not others. Past experience can impact how a person will react.Sometimes, there is no identifiable cause. Mental health issues, such as depression, or an accumulated sense of frustration and anxiety, can make some people feel stressed more easily than others.Some people experience ongoing stress after a traumatic event, such as an accident or some kind of abuse. This is known as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Those who work in stressful jobs, such as the military or the emergency services, will have a debriefing session following a major incident, and they will be monitored for PTSD."

    Read More: Medical News Today

    Emotional Symptoms of Stress

  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Burnout
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Depression
  • Fatigue
  • A feeling of insecurity
  • Forgetfullness
  • Irritability
  • Nail Biting
  • Restlessness
  • Sadness
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    Coping with Exhaustion

    What to do to feel better

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  • Seek Help
    • "Techniques for stress management can be gained from self-help books, online resources, or by attending a stress management course. A counselor or psychotherapist can connect an individual who has stress with personal development courses or individual and group therapy sessions."

    Read More: Medical News Today

  • Be more mindful
    • "There are countless techniques for managing stress. Yoga, mindfulness meditation, and exercise are just a few examples of stress-relieving activities that work wonders. But in the heat of the moment, during a high-pressured job interview, for example, or a disagreement with your spouse, you can't just excuse yourself to meditate or take a long walk. In these situations, you need something more immediate and accessible. One of the speediest and most reliable ways to stamp out stress is to engage one or more of your sense-sight, sound, taste, smell, touch-or through movement"

    Read More: Help Guide

  • Socialize
    • "Social interaction is your body's most evolved and surefire strategy for regulating the nervous system. Talking face-to-face with a relaxed and caring listener can help you quickly calm down and release tension. Although you can't always have a pal to lean on in the middle of a stressful situation, maintaining a network of close relationships is vital for your mental health."

    Read More: Help Guide

    Accept that there are things you cannot control.
    Learn and practice relaxation techniques; try meditation, yoga, or tai-chi.
    Exercise regularly. Your body can fight stress better when it is fit.
    Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.
    Learn to manage your time more effectively.
    Make time for hobbies and interests.
    Get enough rest and sleep. Your body needs time to recover from stressful events.
    Don't rely on alcohol, drugs, or compulsive behaviors to reduce stress.
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