Stress Issues
Stress is not just about feeling overwhelmed. It’s a physical and psychological response to demands that exceed a person’s resources. When you’re stressed, your body goes into a state of high alert, making it difficult to manage daily tasks effectively.
If feelings of being overwhelmed are a common experience for you, it might be a good idea to explore ways to manage your stress better.
The reason you are stressed is very important and often dictates what types of support will help. Talking with your GP can be a good place to start. But if you think there are any psychological factors contributing to your stress, seeing a psychologist like me can be very helpful.
Symptoms of Stress
Stress affects everyone differently, and it can manifest in various physical and emotional ways.
Symptoms include:
- Feeling irritable, anxious, or depressed
- Apathy or lack of interest in work or activities
- Problems with concentration or memory
- Changes in sleep patterns, such as difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
- Physical symptoms like headaches, muscle tension, or gastrointestinal problems
- Changes in appetite, either eating too much or too little
Getting Help With Stress Issues
There are many approaches to managing stress, and finding the right one for you is crucial. Which approach works for you will typically depend on why you are stressed in the first place.
Online Support for Stress
Here’s a list of online resources for further support.
Lifeline Australia
- Phone: 13 11 14 – their 24/7 telephone crisis support
- Lifeline Text: 0477 131 114 – for 24/7 crisis support via text message
- Online chat: Click Here – for 24/7 online chat service.
- Service Finder Click Here – Lifeline also have a database you can look up other services that might be able to help you.
Beyond Blue Support Service
Self-Help For Managing Stress
Book A Call With Me To Start Better Managing Stress.
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