Stress
Stress is defined as "a factor that induces bodily or mental tension." For many people, stress comes in various forms and causes various effects both mentally and physically. Stress manifests itself in so many different ways. Below are a few causes and effects of stress.
Causes of Stress
Stress can manifest itself because of a traumatic event or gradually over time. Some causes of stress are death of a loved one; caring for a dependent (children or elderly); caring for someone who is medically dependent (either from sickness of the mind or body); emotional stress because of a breakup or divorce; work stress; financial stress (not having enough money or debt); abuse (physical, emotional or mental); working out too much and stressing the body; worry; and control issues.
Some Effects of Stress
Stress affects each person differently in both mental and physical ways. Some side effects of stress are chest pain or palpitations; memory disturbances; loss of concentration; depression; anxiety; loose stools; digestive problems; headache; backache; neck pain; loss of appetite or overeating; outbursts of anger; and cold sweats.
In more chronic or serious cases, side effects can be irritable bowel syndrome; substance abuse; anxiety disorder; heart attack; stroke; weight loss or gain; and sleeplessness.
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