Does stress cause problems to the health?
Yes, and it can even worsen your state. Speak with your doctor if you think your body is showing these symptoms because of stress. It is important to make sure that these symptoms cannot cause other problems to your health.
- Possible signs of stress include:
- Anxiety
- Backache
- Constipation or diarrhea
- Depression
- Headaches
- High Blood Pressure
- Insomnia
- Difficulty in breathing
- Stomach discomfort
What can I do to diminish my stress?
The first step is to learn to recognize when you are feeling stressed. The first signs of stress include tightening of the shoulders and the neck. If these occur, try to make a fist on both of your hands.
Pieces of advice to handle the stress:
- Do not worry for the things that you cannot control, such as the climate.
- Solve the small problems. This way, you can easily acquire a sensation of control.
- Be well prepared for the events that you know that can cause stress, like an interview at work.
- Try to see change as a positive challenge, not as a threat.
- Try to solve conflicts with other people.
- Speak with a friend in whom you trust. It may be with a relative or with a psychological adviser.
- Avoid the excess of plans.
- Exercise regularly.
- Eat a well balanced diet.
- Ponder.
- Take part in something that does not produce to you stress, as in sports, social events, or love.