How Stress Affects More Than Just Your Mind

Stress, we may not like it but we all experience it.

But what is stress?

There is no official medical definition for stress however there are many known factors that can contribute to it. Some factors include external pressures such as financial worries and internal pressures such as an individual’s mental health. 

It is vital to remember that although we don’t tend to enjoy feeling stressed, it is an important part of life. The right amount of stress can give us motivation, it can help us reach personal goals and it can trigger a response to tell us when we are in danger.

How to tell if you are overstressed?

Although it is normal to feel stressed in day to day life, for some people these feelings do not go away and their mind and body is in a constant state of ‘fight or flight’. Stress not only affects our minds but can have very real physical implications too. 

Some common symptoms include;

These symptoms can have a huge impact on your function, the relationships with those around you and also your mental and physical health. 

If you or someone you know is experiencing issues with stress, we can help. 

Our Occupational Therapists are experts in providing specialised assessment and intervention for your needs. We always work holistically meaning we take into account more than just your symptoms – we look at all the factors that could impact your function and tailor invention to meet your needs and goals. 

If you would like to have a non-obligatory call with one of our clinicians, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

Get in touch today!