Stress management.

 

Stress management. 


The following blog post provides information on the symptoms and causes of stress, as well as actions you can take to minimize or cope with stressful situations. 

A surprising amount of people experience stress in their everyday lives. Stress comes in many forms and affects different people in different ways. In this blog post, we are going to help answer some common questions about the negative impacts that stress has on our minds and bodies and provide tips on coping with this condition. 

What is Stress? 
Stress is a feeling which starts in your mind, but quickly impacts your body's physiology. It can be caused by external factors (e.g., busy work schedule, financial issues), internal factors (e.g., unrealistic expectations of self), or even a combination of both (e.g., family obligations and lack of financial stability). 

Stress is a normal and sometimes beneficial response to given situations in life, but it can quickly turn into an anxiety disorder if not managed properly. When stress persists for long periods of time, it becomes a problem. Our bodies are equipped with built-in stress management mechanisms that help us respond to stress in a way that is tolerable. This can be done by taking some immediate action such as breathing deeply or going for a walk. However, when we are unable to effectively move beyond the level of our current challenges, we may develop more serious symptoms of tension and stress which can lead to further issues with health and wellbeing.

What are the symptoms of Stress? 
While everybody reacts differently to stress, there are some common symptoms that many people share. Here are some of the ways that stress can make you feel. 
These are just some of the symptoms that people have experienced from being exposed to stress. One important thing to remember is that these symptoms tend to be quite mild and similar for everybody. For example, one person might find that they're more timid because of it, while someone else becomes irritated easily. As long as you're able to get back to baseline, it's a good indication that your body is adjusting back to normal after some exposure. 
However, when it begins getting intense and lasting longer than a few weeks or months (even though not always), this may indicate the presence of an anxiety or mental health issue which we will certainly discuss further down in this article.

What causes Stress? 
Stress can come from a wide range of places, and is not always a direct result of our own actions. One common cause is external pressure being placed on us to perform or succeed in a given situation. This type of stress is known as eustress. The word eustress comes from the Greek word eustresis, which means 'physiological distress' that can lead to positive changes or adaptations over time. For example, if you have an upcoming test and are studying hard for it, this may be considered eustress because you are learning something new and expanding your knowledge base. 
However, there is also distress, which comes from exposure to stress without the presence of an adaptive action. For example, if you have an upcoming test and you study as hard as possible but still feel as though you are not ready for it. 
This situational pressure can often lead to stress disorders such as anxiety and depression. These conditions take a while to develop over time and it's important to know when to look for the signs. Usually when people do not recognize the need for assistance, they may be vulnerable to experiencing a more severe form of their symptoms or even worse, attempting suicide if they believe that their situation is too difficult or impossible to overcome.

How is Stress related to Depression? 
Yes, depression and stress are so closely related that they operate on the same biochemical pathways. However, while most people associate depression with moodiness, low self-esteem and suicidal thoughts, it's important to recognize that there is more to the condition than that. Very often people will dismiss a person who appears sad or depressed as being 'just depressed' without fully recognizing their symptoms as a sign of an anxiety disorder. 
But while depression can be caused by stress, the reverse is also true. It is fairly common for those who experience chronic stress to develop clinical depression over time because of the way in which their brain processes these negative emotions and actually alters the way they function.

How can Stress be Controlled? 
One way to manage stress, and in turn, repair your system from damage that it has sustained is simply by getting enough sleep. Evidence shows that people who sleep well receive more benefit from their medications than those who do not get enough sleep. 
So if you are having trouble with stress at night, consider getting the recommended amount of sleep. When you wake up, your body will begin to naturally repair itself. The adrenal glands and hormone production will kick into gear and help you deal with the situation calmly without the painful symptoms which usually accompany high levels of stress hormones circulating in the blood stream. 
If you are experiencing these symptoms, it is important to get immediate attention from a trained professional that can help you deal with the issue at hand. 
However, there are also some things that you can do on your own to help reduce your stress levels. One of the most effective methods is known as 'meditation' or simply 'controlling thought'. This is a great way of communicating with your inner self and asking for the help that it needs. 
The way we communicate in our minds about what our bodies feel is by sending messages through neurotransmitters which control muscle response, hormonal production and blood pressure. When you meditate and start to have a conversation with your mind, you're actually helping to control these feelings and restore order by asking yourself what it needs in order to function optimally. 
Also, while this may sound silly, another way to reduce stress is just by taking a few minutes out of your day to do something that is fun. Some people find that they can't afford time for themselves because they are always so busy. However, the fact of the matter is that often times we feel the need to do things that we don't want to just because we feel obligated or pressured into doing them. 
It is important to remember that you are the most important person in your life, and if there is something that you want to do just for yourself, then do it! This will help you reduce stress by giving your mind the time and freedom it needs to relax. 
While these techniques can help with stress relief, it's best to talk with a professional in order to find out what might be going on inside of your body. The symptoms of stress are not always easy to recognize, but when left untreated can develop into something more severe. If you or someone you know is struggling with these symptoms, it's important to get immediate attention from a trained professional in your area.

Conclusion
While it's important to recognize that stress can be caused by a variety of factors, the fact of the matter is that it can be a major factor in the development of mental health disorders such as anxiety and depression. 
In this article, we've provided you with some tips on how to help reduce or eliminate stress in your life and restore your body's ability to actually repair itself. 
From here you may end up eliminating some of your symptoms, but if you notice any severe symptoms such as suicidal thoughts, please seek immediate professional treatment. As a whole, reducing stress is an extremely important part of keeping our brains healthy and functioning optimally.

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