All of us have experienced stress at one time or the other. It's almost impossible to live without some amount of stress. But if stress gets out of control, it may harm your health, your relationships and your enjoyment of life..
Do you know what Stress is?
- Stress results from one’s warped daily habits.
- It is a reaction affecting the physique due to increased activity of the brain.
- Stress is the emotional and physical strain caused by our response to pressure from the outside world.
Is Stress dangerous for you?
Yes. It is, because:
- It is linked to a variety of health conditions.
- It can cause damage to your heart.
- It is dangerous for people with known heart diseases.
- It can increase the risk of heart diseases.
- It can add to the complications of a heart disease.
- It has a harmful effect on your immune system.
Why is Stress dangerous for your heart?
Because, during state of stress:
- Your body releases some hormones.
- These hormones hasten heart rate.
- They increase blood pressure.
- These hormones constrict the arteries.
How can you detect Stress in you?
You are under stress when:
- You feel as though you are stressed.
- Your blood pressure starts going up.
- You have heartburn or indigestion
How to deal with Stress?
You can deal with stress by following the steps given below:
- Identify the stress factor.
- Identify the reasons that are causing stress.
- Work towards eliminating these causes.
- Try to get these causes under control.
If you feel as though you have a lot of stress in your life or are at risk of having stress, speak to your doctor about it.
Stress contributes in majority to the development of:
- alcoholism
- obesity
- suicidal tendencies
- drug addiction
- addiction to cigarette and
- other harmful behaviors
Understand that you are under stress:
When you feel
- Nervous
- Fearful
- Confused
- Worried
- Irritable
- Hostile
- Unable to concentrate
- Have Headache
- Experience fatigue
- Have Insomnia
Tips to deal with Stress:
- Don't worry about things you can't control.
- Solve minor problems first. This can help you gain control.
- Try to look at change as a positive challenge: not as a threat.
- Work to resolve conflicts with other people.
- Talk with a trusted friend, family member or counsellor.
- Set realistic goals at home and at work. Avoid over-scheduling.
- Exercise on a regular basis.
- Eat regular, well-balanced meals and get enough sleep.
- Meditation and yoga helps to reduce stress.
- Participate in sports, social events and hobbies to reduce stress.
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