Stress is your body’s response to anything that requires action or attention. Stress is a natural part of life. Everyone experiences some degree of stress. Stress may be positive (eustress) or negative (distress). We all need a little stress in our lives to motivate us to get things accomplished. However, the way someone responds to stress makes a big difference on overall well-being.
If we become overloaded or feel overwhelmed by stress, we may have a hard time coping with the demands around us. When this happens, we may begin to suffer emotionally, physically, and mentally. This is called psychological distress (distress). Psychological distress can shows up in variety of ways, some of which include anxiety, dissociation, depression, and sleep disturbance, etc.
High levels of psychological distress can result in a multitude of negative mental, physical, and emotional health outcomes. Some of which may include poor school / work performance, relational issues, cardiovascular diseases, etc. It is important to find appropriate ways to cope with stress to mitigate the negative consequences.
