Dealing With Everyday Stress and Health Issues


WHAT STRESS IS...

Stress is an abnormal condition that disrupts the normal

functions of the body or mind. No two people are affected in

exactly the same way, or to the same degree, but most people

living in our highly industrialized society suffer from its

effects at one or more times during their lives. Symptoms range

from mind headaches, occasional bouts of insomnia, overall

restlessness, digestive problems, irritable bowel syndrome,

constipation and diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

SELECTED LIFE EVENTS THAT CAN BRING ON STRESS:

Death of Spouse.

Death of a close family member.

Death of a close friend.

Major personal injury, illness or pregnancy.

Sexual molestation, drug abuse.

Major change in the health or behavior of a family member.

Gaining or losing a new family member.

Sexual difficulties.

Marital separation from mate.

Marriage, marital reconciliation, divorce.

Arguments with spouse, family members, friends, co-workers.

Changes in sleeping habits or change in part of day when asleep.

Vacations, Major holidays. In-law troubles.

Financing major purchases.

Beginning or ceasing formal schooling.

Change in usual type and or amount of recreation.

Change in outside social activities, religions, etc.

Major change in eating habits, Iiving conditions, moving.

Spouse beginning or ceasing work outside the home.

Changing to a different line of work.

Major change in responsibilities at work.

Changes in working hours or conditions.

Troubles with the boss.

Being fired at work.

Starting a new job or career.

Retirement from work.

Business readjustment, changes in financial condition.

Minor violations of the law (e.g., traffic tickets, disturbing

the peace, etc.)

Detention in jail or other institution


Stress Information
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