Signs of Stress
Signs of Stress
There are many signs of stress including physical signs of stress, mental signs of stress, and signs of stress that are seen in you family/social relationships. If you have having a number of these symptoms you should consider seeing your doctor to make sure you don’t have a serious medical problem (As I discussed under Panic Attacks). These symptoms can be a sign of a number of different things so keep this in mind.
Remember that stress can lead to a number of problems. Some of them include the following:
- Being overweight
- Low Immune System
- Heart Problem
- Skin Conditions
- HTN
- Bad Heal From Not Exercising
- Delayed Pregnancy
- Children being stressed and Obese
Physical Signs of stress
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Flushing
- Increased Heart Rate
- Heart Skipping
- Increased Sweating
- Abdominal Pains
- Skin: Rashes, Hives, Ane
- Lightheadedness
- Rapid Breathing
- Hand Tremors
- Gas
- Increased Urination
- Neck and Back Pain
- Lower Immune System: Increased Colds/Infections
- Nervous Habits: Hand Wringing, Face Tics, Foot Tapping, Face Picking
- Jaw Clenching
- Dry Mouth
- Teeth Grinding
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Cold Hands or Feet
Mental Signs of Stress
- Irritability
- Insomnia
- Can’t Relax
- Yelling at Others
- Procrastination
- Headaches
- Signs of depression: worthlessness, hopelessness, low energy and fatigue, crying, change in appetite and change of weight, excess guilt, mood swings, suicidal thoughts,
- Addictions and Compusive Behavior: Alcohol, Drugs, Gambling
- Increased Use of Alcohol or Smoking
- Forgetful
- Trouble Making a Decidion
- Trouble Getting Organized
- Panic Attacks
- Lack of Focus
- Mind Doesn’t Stop Thinking
Social/Family Signs of Stress
- Marital/Spouse Conflict
- Work Conflict
- Trouble Talking
- Problems Controlling Anger
- Change in Sex Drive or Performance
- Withdrawal From Others
- Trouble Learning/Doing School/Work Tasks
Dr.Rich is a psychiatrist who writes about mental health related topics focusing on anxiety disorders and substance abuse on various blogs as he realizes anxiety and substance abuse occur together. You can find information about opioid dependence and Suboxone Drug Test. Skip to our other sections:
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