Factors Leading to Stress and How It Can Be Avoided

Factors Leading to Stress and How It Can Be Avoided

Stress is an unavoidable consequence of life. However, just as

distress can cause disease, it seems plausible that there are good

stresses that promote wellness. The objective of this research paper

is to examine some of the common causes of stress, its effect on our

physical body, our mind, emotions and our behavior. Another and

equally important objective is to explore some of the stress

management techniques and treatments available to the individual and

medical practitioners. The paper is concluded by highlighting some of

the key points and observations from the research.

Don’t Stress

With the death of a loved one, the birth of a child, a job promotion,

or a new relationship, we experience stress as we readjust our lives.

According to Volpe (2000), stress takes us out of our "comfort zone"

and forces us to change and adapt. In so adjusting to different

circumstances, stress will help or hinder us depending on how we react

to it.

Stress plays an active role in our daily lives and can wreak havoc if

left unmanaged. While this is the common cause of many of our

problems, what exactly is stress? According to the article, Managing

Stress, stress is the reaction our bodies and minds have to any threat

to our calm and stability (www.lifeworks.com). These threats may or

may not have a positive affect on us. All stress is not bad,

surprisingly; some stress is positive and is actually good for us.

Feelings of joy and elation are just two examples of positive stress.

These feelings can leave us refreshed and recharged.

Causes of stress are commonly referred to as str...

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...p reestablish your individual control over the stressor and

move you in the proper direction.

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