Warning signs and symptoms
Are you showing signs of being over stressed? If you can spot early signals that you may be suffering from stress you can deal with the issues and avoid any serious effects.
Being aware of your life pressures will help you become familiar with your body’s warning signs and situations which may trigger stress.
Stress indicators can be physical or mental.
PHYSICAL: tiredness, lethargy, sleep problems, breathlessness, dizziness, drinking or smoking more, altered eating habits, nausea, heartburn
MENTAL: loss of concentration, irritability, depression, anxiety, difficulty coping, unable to prioritise, lack of self worth, feeling isolated
Results over the long term can be:
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- Physical exhaustion and muslce tension
- Illness - such as diabetes, ulcers and cardio vascular disease
- Sleep problems
