Stress, though invisible and intangible, does affect our emotions and bodies at all times.
When we face stress, the organs or systems of each part of our body put ourselves in a state that is conducive to coping responses, and once the stressors disappear, these symptoms, such as diarrhea and headaches, disappear.
And if you are under pressure for a long time, the body will also turn on another mode.
For example, the continuous secretion of a large amount of cortisol will make our immunity decline; for example, slowly the brain structure will change, the hippocampus will shrink, and the prefrontal cortex will thin.
The body may also have obvious symptoms, including hair loss, insomnia, migraines, irregular menstruation, constipation, body aches and so on.
Some common signs and symptoms of stress
Feelings of constant worry or anxiety
Feeling overwhelmed
Difficulty concentrating
Mood swings are high, irritable or grumpy
Difficult to relax
Depressed, depressed
Inferiority
Eat more or less than usual
Changes in sleep habits (insomnia, frequent nightmares)
Alcoholism and smoking occur
Muscle soreness (especially the neck and back)
A rash or an unexplained allergic attack appears
Diarrhea and constipation
Feeling of nausea or dizziness
The pressure is not great, and the body really knows it.
Avoiding stress is a negative coping style, also known in psychology as avoidant coping, but it's not completely bad.
In the face of acute events, we feel that we cannot handle it, beyond our own ability, we may have "escape" thoughts, which is very natural and normal.
"Escape" itself helps to reduce resource consumption, and it can help us relieve stress, get a break, and accumulate strength in a short period of time.
But in the long run, it's more important to learn to cope with stress because everyone is more or less in a stressful environment.
The wrong coping method can actually deepen our anxiety, such as continuous drinking and overeating.
Start by noticing the stress warnings given by the body and find the source of our stress. The most important thing is to find a way to cope that suits you, it doesn't matter if you stop once in a while, 2022 is better for yourself.
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This article is reviewed by experts