ymptoms of anxiety and stress can be quite
detrimental to one’s health. Unfortunately, many people may be
so stressed that they do not realize the extent of it or the
impact the stress and anxiety is having on their health. In
some cases, the more stress or anxiety an individual
experiences the less able they are to recognize it. Quite
frequently in these situations the individual may have even
become so accustomed to their level of stress, and the physical
symptoms it produces, that they feel it is normal. Due to the
fact that some people may not be aware of their emotional
response to stress and anxiety they may need to rely on
physical manifestations to identify it. This makes taking the
time to learn about the physical symptoms of stress and anxiety
an important step. Tuning into the symptoms of stress and
anxiety can help you to identify potential triggers in your
life and in turn help you to better manage them and alleviate
the stress and anxiety in your life.
It is important to be aware that the physical symptoms of
anxiety and stress can vary from one person to the next. Some
symptoms may be more serious than others and can even be life
threatening. It should be noted that one symptom on its own may
not necessarily indicate the presence of stress or anxiety;
however, where there are multiple symptoms this is a strong
indication there is stress or anxiety present. Some symptoms
you experience may be short-term while others may be long-term
symptoms. Short-term symptoms include the following:
- Cold hands and feet
- Dry mouth
- Rapid breathing
- Increased heart beat
- Increased sweating
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
Generally these short term side effects appear when the body is
responding to a perceived threat. This is the body’s way of
helping you prepare to either stay and fight the threatening
situation or flee from it; a response commonly known as fight
or flight. While this rush of adrenaline and emotions can be
helpful in a truly threatening situation, it can have negative
impacts during times when there is no immediate danger.
Over time these physical symptoms can damage your
self-confidence, disrupt the quality of your life and reduce
the pleasure you get from your work. In addition, when the body
is exposed to these physical symptoms over a long period of time
your health can actually start to decline. Long term side
effects of stress and anxiety include:
- Sexual disorders
- Changes in appetite
- Insomnia
- Frequent illness
- Back pain
- Asthma
- Headaches
- Digestive problems
- Lethargy
- Restlessness
- Depression
- Irritability
Remember, that one symptom by itself may not necessarily
indicate the presence of either short term or long term stress
and anxiety. There are other reasons that can result in a
single symptom, such as certain medications. The presence of
multiple symptoms; however, can indicate a problem. If you
notice multiple physical symptoms of anxiety and stress, take
heart in knowing that stress and anxiety management techniques
can help you to reduce those symptoms and get back to your old
self.
About The Author: A 10 year survivor reveals how he dismantled
anxiety and panic attacks without medications and expensive
treatments. Find out more at: http://www.selfsteps.com
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