What are physical symptoms of internalizing stress?!


Question: What are physical symptoms of internalizing stress!?
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Stress of any kind or source causes the "flight or fight" response!. This means in the simplest terms that the body is in a heightened sense of awareness to respond quickly!.

Heart rate and blood flow to the large muscles increase so we can run faster and fight harder!. Blood vessels under the skin constrict to prevent blood loss in case of injury, pupils dilate so we can see better, and our blood sugar ramps up, giving us an energy boost and speeding up reaction time!. At the same time, body processes not essential to immediate survival are suppressed!. The digestive and reproductive systems slow down, growth hormones are switched off, and the immune response is inhibited!.

The specific signs and symptoms of stress vary widely from person to person!. Some people primarily experience physical symptoms, such as low back pain, stomach problems, and skin outbreaks!. In others, the stress pattern centers around emotional symptoms, such as crying jags or hypersensitivity!. For still others, changes in the way they think or behave predominates!.

There is a list at http://www!.helpguide!.org/mental/stress_s!.!.!. that can give you an idea of what some of the common responses are!. Some physical symptoms include muscle tension, heachaches, stomach problems, chest pains, weight changes, skin breakouts, and hormonal changes!.

So, yes it can effect menstrual cycles!.

I hope that this gives you an idea of what stress can do!. If you are experiencing stress, talk to someone, anyone!. Try to reduce your stress, use meditation, muscle relaxation techniques, pray, exercise, journal, take time for yourself!. The websites I've provided also have ideas for you!. Stress over a long period of time increases risks for heart attacks, strokes, infections, plus many more effects!.

Best Wishes! ! !




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As you know, stress can take on many different forms, and can contribute to symptoms of illness!. Common symptoms include headache, sleep disorders, difficulty concentrating, short-temper, upset stomach, job dissatisfaction, low morale, depression, and anxiety!.

What happens in our bodies when we are sterssed!?
o Fight or flight response: Increases metabolism, increase blood flow to muscles, increases blood pressure



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