Managing Stress

Stress is extremely common in today’s busy world, and can arise from many different events such as major life changes, work, study, living conditions, family issues and finances. Stress can also originate from within us, due to unreasonable demands we place on ourselves. Even life events and situations that would commonly be viewed as ‘positive’ can bring with them a sense of stress.

In the short term, stress can lead to increases in irritability and anxiety, or to feelings of low mood, demotivation and even hopelessness. However, chronic stress can have serious long- and short-term effects on physical and psychological wellbeing. Left untreated, chronic stress may lead to a state of burnout, which prevents individuals from functioning effectively in their personal and professional lives.