Stress is our body’s response to pressure. This pressure can be either External or Internal pressure. Whatever form it takes, Stress can make our lives more difficult to manage or even function normally.
Stress is associated to your mental health in two central ways: Stress can cause mental health concerns, and make existing problems worse. If you find it difficult to manage feelings of stress, you may develop a mental health issue like anxiety or depression.
Below are some of the emotional signs of stress
Click here for our easy Stress Busters, Mindfulness and Self Care Guides
If you’re constantly under stress, you can experience physical symptoms such as headaches, stomach issues, high blood pressure, chest pain, and issues concerning sex and sleep. Stress can also cause and contribute to emotional problems, depression, panic attacks, or other forms of anxiety and worry. These things do not have to grip onto you forever. Why not speak to one of our friendly team about how we can help you ease the effects of stress and anxiety on your body?
There are many contributing factors leading to depression, such as genetics, brain chemistry and life circumstances. Persistent stressful life situations can increase the risk of developing depression if you aren’t coping well with stress. Recent evidence also reveals links between poor coping, stress and physical illness. Our goal is for everyone to be healthy and happy.
Crestpoint Psychology offers a vast array of psychologists, counsellors, psychotherapists and mental health practitioners. Our team is highly qualified and specialists in the areas of helping individuals manage stress, overcome anxiety and get your life back on track