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Stress

Signs & Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of stress may be cognitive (thinking-related), emotional, physical or behavioral. Their severity can range from mild to severe.

Cognitive symptoms include:

  • difficulty concentrating or thinking

  • memory problems

  • negativity or lack of self-confidence

  • constant worrying

  • difficulty making decisions.

Emotional symptoms include:

  • moodiness

  • low morale

  • irritability

  • feeling hopeless or helpless

  • feeling apprehensive, anxious or nervous

  • feeling depressed

  • feeling unhappy or guilty

  • feeling agitated or unable to relax.

Physical symptoms include:

  • headaches

  • muscle tension or other physical pain or discomfort

  • stomach problems

  • nausea, diarrhea or vomiting

  • loss of sex drive

  • rapid heart rate

  • high blood pressure

  • fatigue.

Behavioral symptoms include:

  • changes in eating or sleeping patterns

  • social withdrawal

  • nervous habits such as nail biting, teeth grinding or foot tapping

  • increased use of caffeine, cigarettes, alcohol or other drugs

  • neglect of family or work responsibilities

  • decline in performance or productivity.

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