stress

Question 1

what are the causes of stress?

Answer 1

pressure at work
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financial difficulties
life events: illness, relationship change, moving home, bereavement

Question 2

what are the physical effects of stress (short term)?

Answer 2

increased heartbeat 
increased breathing rate 
tension in muscles 
sweaty hands 
dry mouth 
'butterflies' in stomach

Question 3

what are the physical effects of stress (long term)?

Answer 3

high blood pressure 
sleeplessness 
loss of appetite 
digestive problems and ulcers 
heart disease

Question 4

what are the emotional effects of stress?

Answer 4

forgetfulness
poor concentration
difficulty in making decisions

Question 5

what are the emotional effect of stress?

Answer 5

difficulty controlling emotions= crying or getting angry
feeling insecure
negative self-concept
feeling anxious and frightened

Question 6

can stress be a good thing?

Answer 6

yes. low levels or short term stress or can be positive, helping people to function better by boosting their concentration and thinking skills.

Question 7

when does stress become a bad thing?

Answer 7

intense or stress over a long period of time has a negative, unhealthy effect on the body.