Stress and Symptoms!

What is stress?
Stress is the reaction people have to excessive demands or pressures, such as passing exams. You may find it difficult to cope with tasks, responsibilities or other types of pressures or you might get anxious trying to meet such demands. This could be seen in you worrying excessively about getting results or about what you will do afterwards. Not only does it mess with your mind, it could also be affecting your physical health.

What are the symptoms?
1) Difficulty getting to sleep or difficulty waking up in the morning.
2) Constant fatigue .Forgetfulness .
3) Aches and pains for no apparent reason.
4) Poor appetite .
5) Social withdrawal.
6) Loss of interest in activities.
7) Increased anxiety and irritability.
8) "Flying off the handle" .
9) Increased heart rate .
10) 'Migraines/headaches.
11) Blurred vision .
12) Dizziness .

Everyone has bad days but if you've noticed three or more of the above symptoms and you've experienced them for some weeks you may need to do something about your stress levels. Visit your local GP to rule out other possible reasons for the symptoms such as depression. If you think you may be suffering from stress it is worth visiting your GP for a check up. Stressed out people have higher blood pressure, and where stress-levels hit boiling point sufferers are at a higher risk of death from any cause than their more chilled out colleagues. They are also prone to heart disease, colitis (inflammation of the bowels), thyroid disorders, and ulcers.