What are the consequences of long-term stress?

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When people are stressed, people will have abnormal psychological and emotional manifestations, causing difficulties in life and work. Many cases of fatigue and stress also cause other dangerous diseases. So what are the risks of psychological stress specifically?

1. What is stress?


Stress is the body's response to situations that overload its stamina.
Stress also exists in many different forms, be it due to work stress, work pressure, study pressure or parenting pressure.
Stress can affect all ages from children, adults to the elderly. Although it exists on many subjects and affects in different ways, psychological stress has one thing in common: it poses risks to the health and emotional life of the patient.
Not all stress is bad. In some cases, stress can give you strength and help you get more done.

Căng thẳng tác động đến mọi lứa tuổi kể cả trẻ em
Căng thẳng tác động đến mọi lứa tuổi kể cả trẻ em

2. Stress symptoms


2.1 Acute stress Sometimes you can feel stressed for a short period of time. Under normal conditions, most people will have no symptoms, but when you need to work on a project, or you have a presentation in front of a crowd, invisible makes you feel stressed. You'll probably feel nervous, hungover, and sometimes sweaty palms.
These positive stressors are short-lived and your body's way of helping you through a difficult situation.
2.2 Chronic stress If you experience chronic stress for too long, it can have adverse effects on your physical, mental and emotional health, especially if it becomes chronic. count. You need to be aware of the warning signs of chronic stress so you can take precautions.
The physical effects of chronic stress include such symptoms as: Headaches, trouble sleeping or sleeping too much, muscle pain or tension, digestive problems, changes in sex drive, high blood pressure . The emotional effects of chronic stress include: Feeling you can't get things done, anxiety, restlessness, lack of motivation, irritability, sadness or depression. If you think you can't control these stresses, you should seek help from a professional. Talk to your health care practitioner to see if they can help you identify problems you're experiencing, such as stress or an anxiety disorder.

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Nên đến tìm chuyên gia tư vấn nếu tình trạng căng thẳng của bạn kéo dài

3. Signs of stress


Signs of stress overload include: Feeling panic, worrying all the time, feeling you are always under pressure, drinking or taking drugs to deal with your stress, overeating, smoking, depression, leaving family and friends.

Trắc nghiệm: Bận rộn có ảnh hưởng đến sức khỏe của bạn không?

Cuộc sống hiện đại khiến chúng ta vì quá bận rộn mà quên chăm sóc sức khỏe cho chính mình. Ai cũng biết rằng lịch trình làm việc cả ngày có thể khiến bạn kiệt sức, nhưng cụ thể bận rộn ảnh hưởng thế nào tới sức khỏe? Hãy cùng làm thử bài trắc nghiệm dưới đây.

4. How does stress affect health?


If you are constantly under stress, you may have physical symptoms, such as: Headache, abdominal pain, high blood pressure, chest pain and problems with sex and sleep. Stress can also lead to emotional problems, depression, panic attacks, or other forms of anxiety and nervousness. When under stress, the neurotransmitter signals through the vagus nerve strongly affect the activity of the stomach, causing gastric ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease. At the same time, stress affects the activity of the intestinal tract, unbalances the intestinal flora, causing a number of diseases such as: irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease with manifestations such as abdominal pain, constipation, and diarrhea. Diarrhea, frequent bowel movements, indigestion... Scientists also prove that the interaction between the brain and the gut is a two-way interaction, meaning that when there are problems in the digestive tract, the opposite will be easy. cause anxiety and stress. Some of the health effects caused by chronic stress include:
Mental health problems, such as: Depression, anxiety and personality disorders Cardiovascular disease, including illness heart disease, high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, heart attack and stroke Obesity and other eating disorders

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Vấn đề ăn uống và cân nặng cũng góp phần gây nên những căng thẳng mãn tính

Menstrual problems Sexual dysfunction, such as impotence and premature ejaculation in men and loss of libido in both men and women Skin and hair problems, such as acne, psoriasis and eczema, and permanent hair loss Gastrointestinal problems, such as: Gastritis, ulcerative colitis and irritable colon. If you think the way you handle stress in your life is affecting your physical health, talk to your doctor so you can start making beneficial changes for your body and mind. friend.

5. Some effective tips to help you overcome stress in life


People can learn to manage stress and lead happier, healthier lives. Here are some tips to help you avoid stress.
Keep a positive attitude. Accept that there are events that you cannot control. Be confident and assert yourself instead of becoming emotional and aggressive. Affirm your feelings, opinions, or beliefs instead of becoming angry, avoidant, or passive. Learn and practice relaxation skills; Try meditation, yoga, or tai chi to manage stress. Exercise regularly. Your body can better cope with stress with the right workout.

Tập thể dục và thư giãn để có thể vượt qua những căng thẳng trong cuộc sống
Tập thể dục và thư giãn để có thể vượt qua những căng thẳng trong cuộc sống

Eat healthy and balanced meals. Learn to manage your time more effectively. Setting appropriate limits and learning to say no to requests can create undue stress in your life. Make time for hobbies, interests, and relaxation. Rest and get enough sleep. Your body needs time to recover from stressful events. Don't look to alcohol, drugs or compulsive behaviors to relieve stress. Spend enough time with the people you like. Seek treatment with a psychologist or other mental health professional trained in stress management or biofeedback techniques to learn healthy ways to cope with stress in your life. friend.

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Reference source: webmd.com

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