Recognize and Manage Stress Early

Stress is a person's reaction both physically and emotionally (mental/psychic) ​​when there is a change in the environment that requires a person to adapt.

Causes of Stress

1. There is a change from habits

2. Pressure and job demands

3. Negative influence of others

4. Expectations that do not match reality

And many other reasons.

Stress can reduce immunity and exacerbate the following disease conditions:

1. Headache

2. Diabetes

3. High blood pressure

4. Sleep disorders

5. Strokes

6. Obesity

7. Asthma

8. Depression

9. Premature aging

10. Easily infected

11. Sexual dysfunction

12. Heart disease

13. Stomach acid

14. Alzheimer's disease

Why can stress cause disease?

Stress is not just a feeling. Stressful conditions will trigger several reactions, such as increased blood pressure, narrowed blood vessels and faster breathing.

At times of stress, the body releases the hormones cortisol and adrenaline which make the heart work faster. These hormones are also able to release energy for free so you feel tired easily.

If stress is left unchecked it can cause stress symptoms such as the following:

1. Anxiety, pale face, palpitations

2. Difficulty sleeping or not sleeping well

3. Decreased appetite or overeating

4. Easily offended

5. Hard to concentrate

6. There are complaints such as headaches, stomachaches, heartburn, excessive sweating

Manage and avoid stress by doing:

1. Regular exercise or physical activity

2. Get enough sleep, eat balanced nutrition, apply clean and healthy living habits

3. Carry out activities according to interests and abilities

4. Think positive

5. Calm your mind and develop a hobby

6. Talk about complaints with someone you can trust

7. Increasing worship according to their respective religions

8. Carry out activities according to interests and abilities

9. Develop a rewarding hobby

10. Increase worship and draw closer to God

11. Calm your mind with relaxation

If Hermina's friends experience similar symptoms or experience continuous stress and it interferes with your health, immediately consult an Internal Medicine Specialist at Hermina Tasikmalaya Hospital.