Q&A

What are the 3 causes of stress?

What are the 3 causes of stress?

What causes stress?being under lots of pressure.facing big changes.worrying about something.not having much or any control over the outcome of a situation.having responsibilities that you’re finding overwhelming.not having enough work, activities or change in your life.times of uncertainty.

How do I know if I am stressed?

Becoming easily agitated, frustrated, and moody. Feeling overwhelmed, like you are losing control or need to take control. Having difficulty relaxing and quieting your mind. Feeling bad about yourself (low self-esteem), lonely, worthless, and depressed.

What does stress do to the body?

Chronic stress, or a constant stress experienced over a prolonged period of time, can contribute to long-term problems for heart and blood vessels. The consistent and ongoing increase in heart rate, and the elevated levels of stress hormones and of blood pressure, can take a toll on the body.

What can anxiety cause physically?

Physical symptoms of anxietystomach pain, nausea, or digestive trouble.headache.insomnia or other sleep issues (waking up frequently, for example)weakness or fatigue.rapid breathing or shortness of breath.pounding heart or increased heart rate.sweating.trembling or shaking.

How long does a bout of anxiety last?

A panic attack starts suddenly, symptoms peak after 10 minutes and usually abate after 30 minutes or so, although the effects may last longer. Anxiety generally does not peak in this way, but some people with anxiety can progress to panic attacks.