How common is stress?
Stress is an inevitable part of everyday life. An estimated 75% of all office visits to a primary care physician in the United States are for stress-related complaints.15 Service members and their families will likely experience stress, particularly during a deployment, or when exposed to combat. Because everyone experiences stress differently, the type and severity of reactions will vary. It is important to acknowledge and seek support before a minor problem turns into a crisis. People sometimes develop depression, anxiety, or addictive disorders when minor problems go untreated.
