Checklist for symptoms of stress
SYMPTOMS OF STRESS
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PHYSICAL
Appetite change Headache Fatigue Insomnia Muscle aches Restlessness Digestive upsets Pounding heart Accident prone Teeth grinding Clenching jaw Restlessness Foot tapping Finger drumming Increased alcohol, drug, tobacco use
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EMOTIONAL
AnxietyFrustrationThe ‘blues’WorryingMood swingsBad temperNightmaresIrritabilityCrying spells Depression Little joy Nervous laugh “No one cares” Easily discouraged |
MENTAL
Forgetfulness Dull sense Poor concentration Low productivity Lethargy Confusion Negative attitude Whirling mind No new ideas Boredom Spacing out Negative self-talk
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RELATIONAL
IsolationIntoleranceResentmentLonelinessLashing outHidingUsing peopleClamming up Lowered sex drive Nagging distrust Fewer contact with friends Lack of intimacy
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SPIRITUAL
EmptinessLoss of meaningDoubtUnforgivingMartyrdomLooking for magicLoss of direction Cynicism Apathy Needing to “prove” self
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