Stress
What is Stress?
Stress is the physical or mental response to an external cause such as
having a lot of homework or having an illness. A stressor can be a long
term or a shorter term occurrence or it can be a repeated occurrence.
Symptoms of Stresss
Symptoms of stress are very similar to symptoms of anxiety. These symptoms include:
Symptoms of stress
- Excessive worry
- Uneasiness
- Tension
- Headaches or body pain
- High blood pressure
- Loss of sleep
How to Manage Stress
Learning what causes or triggers your stress and what coping techniques work for you can help reduce your anxiety and improve your daily life. These are some activities you can do if you feel overwhelmed:
- Exercise, and make sure you are eating healthy, regular meals.
- Stick to a sleep routine, and make sure you are getting enough sleep.
- Avoid drinking excess caffeine such as soft drinks or coffee.
- Identify and challenge your negative and unhelpful thoughts.