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The Side Effects Of Stress


Side effects of stress: Believe it or not stress is an important factor in our lives, and often contributes to our ability to work at our optimal performance levels or failing.

Quite literally, we cannot function effectively in life without a certain degree of stress, and the positive type of stress we’re talking about is called Eustress.

The 'bad' type of stress is called Distress... or 'stress' for short.

There are many side effects of stress when we try to tackle more than our bodies can handle.

Stress symptoms are the result of simply "too much".

Stress affects our body, health, mental state and emotions.

Things to keep in mind when considering your stress levels and how it affects your health and body:

1. Different personality types are more vulnerable to stress.

2. People cope with stress differently and have different side effects.

3. There are many types of stressors!

4. And many ways of coping with stress.

5. Achieve your optimal performance with a personal stress management plan.

When you experience stress your body goes into "fight or flight". You may experience stress symptoms such as:

Increased heart rate

Increased blood pressure

Pupils dilate

Perspiration

Breathing becomes deeper and faster

Reduced function of the immune system

Reduced function of the digestive system

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The SIDE EFFECTS OF STRESS:

Prolonged stress affects your overall health and you may experience some of the following physical stress symptoms and illnesses relating to stress:

- Inability to sleep/Insomnia
- Colds, flu
- Dysfunctional immune system.
- Indigestion
- Blurred vision
- Headaches and migraines
- Constipation/Diarrhea
- Aching muscles
- Ulcers
- Allergies such as hives
- Constipation or Diarrhea
- Digestive problems
- Change in appetite

Some signs and symptoms of psychological stress:

- Over thinking
- Depression
- Weepiness - Feeling low
- Feeling anxious for no particular reason
- Mood swings
- Irritability
- Easily angered
- Inability to "switch off"
- Difficulty in concentrating





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