What Is Stress? There are two main types of stress—acute and chronic. While acute stress is brought about by certain demands and pressures like your job or a traumatic event, it is usually a shock/stress that eventually goes away. With chronic stress, on the other hand, your body (and especially, your nervous system) never gets a break from the physical impacts of stress, which can start taking a toll on your overall health.
Symptoms of Stress
- Acne
- Appetite changes
- Chronic pain
- Decreased energy
- Digestive issues
- Frequent sickness
- Headaches
- Insomnia
Can Stress Be Prevented?
Although the things that cause stress often can’t be avoided, we can change how we react to stress. Therefore, it is important to learn ways to handle stressful situations so that they don’t end up negatively impacting your quality of life.Ways to Manage Stress
- Exercise
- Meditate
- Take breaks from stresses
- Laugh
- Get a support system