What are some symptoms of stress? How does stress affect us?
People are not alike in the way they react to potentially stressful events and circumstances. Some of us take things as they come (i.e., “go with the flow”). Others, who are less fortunate, develop symptoms that suggest a strong stress response. More often than not, indications of moderate to severe stress include: Loss of hair; difficulty sleeping; changes in weight (weight gain is most frequent); skin rashes; difficulty concentrating and irritability. There are of course, many other symptoms, but these are among the most commonly occurring. What are some ways to better manage stress? As noted earlier, some people manage stress better than others. “Good stress responders” have developed effective ways of coping with stress. As a result, they are much less likely to suffer from stress-related events and circumstances than is the case with “poor stress responders.” Below you will find some helpful suggestions that when applied consistently, can measurably improve your response to stress
