As per WHO, Stress can be defined as a state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation. Stress is a natural human response that prompts addressing challenges and threatens lives. Everyone experiences stress to some degree. The way one responds to stress, however, makes a big difference in overall well-being.
- Effects of Stress
Stress affects human being on mental & physical level. A little bit of stress can be good and can help perform daily activities in much better way. However, too much of stress can cause physical and mental health problems. Adapting to manage stress & its prevention can help us feel less overwhelmed and support our mental and physical well-being.
- Identification of Stress
In Stress one can find it hard to relax and this can be reflected in a range of emotions, including anxiety and irritability. When stressed one may find it difficult to concentrate, may experience headaches or other body aches, infomania or IBS. Either one may lose his/her appetite or eat more than usual. Stress may lead to or increase consumption of alcohol, tobacco and other substances.
Stress may even induce mental health problems such as anxiety & depressions which may then make people approach health care.
- Management of Stress
- Having a scheduled series of activities from food to office work & to recreational activities provides mind with a variety of scenarios maintaining liveliness ,appropriate utilization of time & achievement of goals .
- Sleep Management is an important aspect of Stress Management , sufficient amount of sleep not only provides body with relaxation but also play vital role in prevention of Hormonal Imbalances.
- Eating a healthy diet such as rich leafy vegetables , non-fried foods & fresh fruits not only play vital in providing nutrition to body but also keeps human mentally & physically fit.