SIGNS &

SYMPTOMS
OF STRESS
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Cognitive Symptoms:
Memory problems (cant
recall or remember)
Inability to concentrate
Poor judgment

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Cognitive Symptoms
Seeing only the negative
Anxious or racing thoughts
(feeling nervous)
Constant worrying
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Emotional Symptoms:
Moodiness
Irritability or short temper
Agitation, inability to
relax (disturbed)
Feeling overwhelmed
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Emotional Symptoms
Sense of loneliness and
isolation (separation)
Depression or general
unhappiness
Loss of motivation,
commitment & confidence
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Physical Symptoms:
Aches and pains
Diarrhea or constipation
Nausea (vomiting), dizziness

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Physical Symptoms
Chest pain, rapid
heartbeat
Frequent colds

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Behavioral Symptoms:
Procrastinating (delaying /
postponing) or neglecting
responsibilities
Eating more or less
Sleeping too much or too
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Behavioral Symptoms
Isolating self from others
Using alcohol, cigarettes,
or drugs to relax
Nervous habits (e.g. nail biting)
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 Stress can also be caused by other
psychological and medical problems.
If youre experiencing any of the
warning signs of stress, its
important to see a doctor for a full
evaluation.
Your doctor can help you determine
whether or not your symptoms are
stress-related.

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Ability to tolerate stress depends
on:
quality of your relationships
general outlook on life,
emotional intelligence and
genetics.

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CAUSES OF
STRESS

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 Common Internal
Causes of Stress
Inability to accept uncertainty,
indecision; insecurity
Pessimism, cynicism,
negativity
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Negative self-talk
depressing, unconstructive

Unrealistic expectations
impractical, unworkable, not
viable
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Perfectionism
Lack of assertiveness
(boldness, forcefulness)

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 Common External
Causes of Stress

Major life changes

Work
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EFFECTS OF
STRESS
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 On your Body
Headache
Muscle tension or pain
Chest pain
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Fatigue
Stomach upset
Sleep problems

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 On your Mood
Anxiety apprehension,
nervousness
Restlessness - impatience

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 Lack of motivation or
focus

Irritability or anger
Sadness or despair
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 On your Behavior
Overeating or under eating

Angry outbursts

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 Drug or alcohol abuse
Tobacco use
Social withdrawal

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Stressed People

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 Things that influence your
stress tolerance level
Your support network

Your sense of control

Your attitude and outlook

Your ability to deal with your emotions

Your knowledge and preparation

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If you dont want to be

STRESSED,
Just reverse the word
And treat yourself with

DESSERTS!
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THANK YOU!!!

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