Stress can cause you to become physically ill. When your mind is stressing over an impending situation, it sends chemical signals around to your body in preparation for a stressful situation.
Stress induced preparation is a good thing under certain circumstances. However, not so good if your body is in this state of preparedness most of the time.
Chronic periods of stress affects your body and manifests itself in a variety of ways. Here are some common physical effects many experience as a result of too much stress:
- fatigue
- diarrhea
- diabetes
- headaches
- constipation
- heart problems
- trouble sleeping
- low sexual desire
- decreased fertility
- weight gain or loss
- high blood pressure
- neck and/or back pain
- irritable bowel syndrome
- stomach cramping or bloating
- skin problems ~ hives and rashes
- increased risk of asthma and arthritis flare-ups
If you are exhibiting any of these common stress related symptoms make stress management a priority.