subject: Symptoms Of Stress And Anxiety: Knowing Your Enemy [print this page] There are various symptoms of stress and anxiety, and the sometimes we tend to ignore them. Before we realize it, we may already be laughing our minds off in a straight jacket! As they say, information is one vital aspect of prevention. In these difficult times, all that recession-related stress can eventually be destructive. Now, more than ever, we need to at least know what to watch out for aside from Lady Gaga's latest frantic wardrobe change. Here are some basic clues to be mindful of
Tummy Talks
Have you ever heard of stress ulcers? No, it's not just one of those fancy names that we often use to make medical lingo easier to understand. It's actually one of the very basic symptoms of stress and anxiety. It may first start out as an upset stomach before that big speech in front of your classmates or that blind date you will finally be having after 5 years of celibacy. However, it may turn out to be something serious if it's left untreated. Do you suffer from this type of gastric problem? Make sure you don't ignore it. If you haven't seen your family doctor in a while, it may be time for that clinic visit!
Head Over Heels
If you seem to be having those migraines more frequently, then it may not be just one of those PMS days. Sometimes Tylenol is not the answer to everything. Headaches and increasing episodes of migraine are considered to be one of the symptoms of stress and anxiety. If you are burdened with a heavy work schedule and loads of other social responsibilities to tend to, now may be the perfect opportunity to say "No" to some of them.
Unnecessary Irritation
Yes, I know. When you are in the midst of a tantrum, the world usually turns into a chaotic mess and the only thing that's supposedly right is no other person but your self. However, are you sure there's enough reason for you to lash out on the rest of humanity? When even the smallest mistakes bother you and you get irritated by things that did not use to matter before, then you may be experiencing one of the symptoms of stress and anxiety. Oops! You may owe some people a long overdue apology!
Knowing these special signs may save you from future stress-related diseases and conditions. So take note of them!
