Signs and symptoms of stress

Common warning signs and symptoms of stress:

1.         Thought or reasoning symptoms:

       Memory problems.

       Inability to concentrate.

       Poor judgment.

       Negative attitude.

       Anxious or racing thoughts.

       Constant worrying.

2.         Physical symptoms:

       Aches and pains.

       Diarrhea or constipation.

       Nausea, dizziness.

       Chest pain, rapid heartbeat.

       Loss of sex drive.

       Frequent colds.

3.         Emotional symptoms:

      Moodiness.

      Irritability or short temper.

      Agitation, inability to relax.

      Feeling overwhelmed.

      Sense of loneliness and isolation.

      Depression or general unhappiness.

4.         Behavioral symptoms:

      Eating more or less.

      Isolating yourself from others.

      Procrastinating or neglecting responsibilities.

      Using alcohol, cigarettes, or drugs to relax.

      Nervous habits (e.g. nail biting, pacing).

SHARED FROM:

 Jolynn Carr, Becky Kelley, Rhett Keaton, Chad Albrecht, (2011),"Getting to grips with stress in the workplace: Strategies for promoting a healthier, more productive environment", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 19 Iss: 4 pp. 32 - 38