Symptoms of StressWhy 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! Find out if you are Feeling Trapped in Life with our Free Questionnaire!
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:
There are numerous physical symptoms that these changes in the body can create. Below are some examples:
The brain’s reaction to stress is what gives us our feelings of stress. Some examples are listed below:
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. Find out how the Feeling Trapped? Free Yourself Now! Life Improvement Program can help you minimize your stress! If your symptoms persist it is important to rule out any other factors by seeing your doctor. Next,
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