stress

 

In today’s fast-paced, deadline-oriented world, it seems like stress is inevitable. The long-term effects of stress on your brain, heart and overall wellness should be taken seriously. April is National Stress Awareness Month, and we want to spread awareness about the effects of stress as well as provide you with some practical and effective ways to reduce it.

Why Is Stress Bad For You?

Stress can have negative impacts on you both physically and mentally....

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One-Third of Americans Live With Extreme Stress

Stress is no respecter of persons. One-third of Americans are living with extreme stress. Yet, many do not know how to handle their stress, resulting in more extreme stress. Thankfully, there are ways to combat this outside of life’s stressful circumstances. April is Stress Awareness Month and it’s a great time to sharpen up coping skills! You’re sure to fit into one of these categories and have a loved one...

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Do You Know How Stress Affects Your Body?

Stress can affect your body, your mood and your behavior. Being able to recognize common stress symptoms can give you a jump on dealing with them. Stress that is not managed can contribute to many health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, obesity and diabetes.

Here are some common effects of stress on your body:

Headache Muscle tension or pain Chest pain Fatigue Change in sex drive Stomach...

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