Stress
Stress is the 'wear and tear' our bodies go through as we adjust to our continually changing environment. It has physical and emotional effects on us and can create positive or negative feelings. Stress can be a good thing, it can compel us to action; it can result in a new awareness and motivate us to work harder.
Stress can also result in feelings of distrust, rejection, anger, and depression, which in turn can lead to health problems such as headaches, upset stomach, rashes, insomnia, ulcers, high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke. Stress occurs when we need to readjust our lives. Adjusting to different circumstances, stress will help or hinder us depending on how we react to it.
Links and Resources
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Mindtools
This section of Mind Tools helps you survive under the intense stress that can come with a challenging career. The first articles help you to understand stress and what causes it... more » -
MentalHealth.com
Stress is the most common cause of ill health in our society, probably underlying as many as 70% of all visits to family doctors. It is also the one problem that every doctor shares with every patient...more » -
HolisticOnline.com
A recent survey showed that 70-90% of us feel stressed at work and outside. Today's fast paced lifestyle is putting a toll on us. Unless we learn to manage stress, we will get sick... more » -
Aware
Aware is a voluntary organization whose aims are to assist that section of the population who are directly affected by depression. more » -
The Sanctuary
The Sanctuary is an oasis in the heart of Dublin City, and a very special place. It is an ideal setting for an interlude from the busyness of life. Its beautiful gardens and peaceful inner spaces... more »
