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Signs of stress
People experience stress
in different ways, but there
are quite a few common
symptoms. Some people
experience these at the same
time – such as feeling tired
and emotional. Sometimes, △ Tiredness △ Feeling emotional △ Vomiting
one symptom can cause Stress tires out the mind and Panic attacks and sudden crying Stress can cause a churned
another to happen. The muscles, and can affect sleep, are signs of the acute anxiety up tummy, loss of appetite,
symptoms of stress add to making it harder to concentrate. that stress can bring. constipation, and diarrhoea.
the overall feeling of being
stressed by preventing
people from feeling rested
and clear-minded, which, in
turn, may make them feel
even more stressed.

△ Anger △ Headaches △ Chest pains
Some people become Migraines and headaches Chest pains and heart
irritable, frustrated, and can be a debilitating palpitations can be
angry when stressed. aspect of stress. triggered by stress.

Dealing with stress “The greatest weapon against

There are no immediate solutions to stress, but there are a number of stress is our ability to choose
things that can reduce its effects over time. Though they might seem
basic, they can help a person feel calm, rested, and supported, and give one thought over another.”
back a sense of control. William James, philosopher

Take a break Get enough sleep

Try to get some time away Though it might be difficult
from thinking about your when stressed, a good
problem as it can refresh night’s rest is a massive
your perspective and calm factor in overcoming stress
you down. and anxiety.

Talk Exercise
Talking to those around Physical activity helps
you is a great way of you feel calmer, but also
releasing some tension improves the quality of
and may help you find your sleep.
solutions to your stress.

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