Stress is a reaction that occurs when someone feels pressured or threatened, and while some amount of stress can energize you and motivate you to complete tasks, too much of it can negatively affect your mental and physical health. Even if you regularly experience stress, you may be unaware of the numerous ways in which it can manifest itself. Here are 30 of the most common signs of stress:
1. Headaches
2. Blurred vision
3. Eye soreness
4. Tearfulness
5. Jaw clenching
6. Teeth grinding
7. Chest pain
8. Increased blood pressure
9. Heartburn
10. Difficulty breathing
11. Indigestion
12. Diarrhea
13. Constipation
14. Muscle aches
15. Skin rashes
16. Itchiness
17. Sweating
18. Nail biting
19. Dizziness
20. Fainting
21. Insomnia
22. Fatigue
23. Sudden weight changes
24. Menstrual cycle changes
25. Racing thoughts
26. Panic attacks
27. Depression
28. Feeling overwhelmed, restless, nervous, anxious, fearful, impatient, irritable, or angry
29. Having trouble concentrating, making decisions, and remembering things
30. Worsening of other mental health problems
OFFERING HELP WITH STRESS MANAGEMENT
Stress can take a toll on the mind and body—impacting your overall health and well-being—so if you’re experiencing any of the signs described above, it’s important to seek assistance. Luckily, you can turn to a skilled Registered Psychotherapist. One of my specialties is helping individuals with stress management. I will start by asking what causes you to feel stressed and how that stress affects your life. Then, once I have learned about your unique circumstances, I will provide you with personalized tools to help lower your stress levels. Contact me today to get started.
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