Stress
December 3rd, 2008 at 03:28pm
Under Stress
Have you ever suffered shortness of breath, trembling, racing heartbeat, dizziness and sweating? If so you may have suffered a panic attack. Some people had the added stress of pain in their chests, this causes further panic as the symptoms appear the same as a heart attack. Unlike a heart attack, panic attacks are not fatal and with the correct treatment they can be controlled. If you are suffering panic attacks frequently your conditions may have developed into a panic disorder. Whatever the degree of your panic attacks, these are the signs and symptoms of anxiety, an anxiety which is getting out of control. This is your body telling you to stop and consider you stress levels.
Panic attacks are a very personal experience, no two people will ever have exactly the same experience.If you consider how you react to stress you'll start to be able to build up a picture of your signs and symptoms of anxiety.For example, if you are peeved what is the first thing which usually happens? Do you sweat, get sweaty palms? Does your heart race and do you get flushed? Do you tremble or feel sick?Once you've suffered panic attacks is the likely that any future ones will follow the same pattern. By looking at the signs and symptoms of anxiety in mild situations you can start to see how these accumulate to form a panic attack. One of the most disconcerting aspects of a panic attack is the apparent randomness of their arrival. Many people suffer panic attacks in the night, when they should be at their most rested.
One big step in addressing panic attacks is understanding what causes these signs and symptoms of anxiety. Sometimes professional help is required to help deconstruct the environment, both mentally and physically which is causing the panic attacks. Sometimes an apparently relaxed environment can induce a panic attack because of the association which the suffer has with this situation. On the whole there are reasons for all signs and symptoms of anxiety and by breaking these down and rationalizing the irrational the anxiety can be reduced.It's crucial to understand how and why you react to anxiety in certain ways as it will help you to use your bodies warning system when the stress levels are growing and will help you to keep your stress in check.
If you find it difficult to understand the signs and symptoms of anxiety it is still worth persevering with as panic attacks rarely stop on their own. Signs and symptoms of anxiety are not something you should try to work through on your own.It's important to interpret how and why you react to anxiety in certain ways as it will help you to use your bodies warning system when the stress levels are increasing and will aid you to keep your stress in check.
By writer
November 25th, 2008 at 12:10pm
Under Stress
Lots of people think that the stress of the Holidays comes from the Christmas rush, or that people stress out from the pressure of the season, like decoration, the Christmas turkey or ham, or picking out the perfect present to make family members happy. For some of us we aren’t so lucky as for our main source of stress to be what goes around the lighted christmas wreath, but a lot of other considerations. But for us doctors, Christmas stress never ends when the clock strikes twelve, and the 26th of December was marked on the calendar. For us, Christmas is the entire 365 days of the calendar, or in short, everyday is Christmas day.
Christmas is about giving, and changing lives. Doctors like me are changing lives everyday, when we deal with our patients. The doctors job is to try to raise their spirits, especially when we can give them hope for recovery. Doctors do everything in their power to make clients feel better, when when recovery is near impossible, we just do our best to help them accept their situation and make them make the best out of the time they have left.
That is what makes everyday of our life a Christmas celebration, and it is stressful enough in our part, especially is we will be witnessing the last breath of our clients. There are times, you can’t hold long by being strong in front of a dying patient, and what you can do is just to empathize, or better yet, get out of the room and keep the sorrow for yourself. That is very nerve-racking in my part. Indeed, Christmas stress is different when you are in a medical profession, because you cannot get away from it, instead you need to learn to accept it as a normal part of your life. So this year when you’re sitting around the pre it christmas wreath just relax and think it could be worse.
By writer
November 7th, 2008 at 01:53pm
Under Stress
How’s the old happy meter looking these days? Is your level of bliss up to par? Don’t you laugh; these are all legitate question. It’s almost like people need loads of catalysts to stir a little happiness. So many individuals suffer from anxiety and depression for reasons they may not even know. I take a gander at our youth and wonder what exactly happened. How can so many teens suffer from bouts of anxiety and depression? I don’t recall experiencing this affliction as a child or teenager. Regardless,anxiety and depression are dilemmas that must be dealt with.
Do you know someone who suffers from social anxiety idsorder depression? This is nothing to be ashamed of. However, it is a problem that should be dealt with accordingly. I am totally shocked at all the anxiety and depression troubling teenagers in this modern world. What do they have to be down about? This is provided that they have a decent home life and the necessities. I can remember back when I was a child and it was playtime 24/7. I only just need my imagination. No limit for fun and excitement. Even when I was younger, I will entertain myself with things I enjoyed doing. There are no more the concept of good old-fashioned fun today. Children across the country suffer from anxiety and depression. And some of these juveniles have no cause for their torment and melancholy. Is it possibly the media warping their young perception? One must admit it’s a tad difficult to fathom why some one with their entire life ahead of them, and hardly any work to do would be down. Good thing is that there are ways to deal with anxiety and depression. Counseling is another popular route. Therefore if you know someone suffering from anxiety and depression, it’s imperative that you lend a helping hand. Many of these individuals will not acquire help on their own.
A better way to understanding anxiety and depression is via the Internet. There are many online help that can educate you on the effects and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Sleeping too much, avoiding others, staying inside, lack of motivation and failing to eat are all signs of anxiety and depression. If this is all too familiar to you, it is time to get help.
By writer
October 16th, 2008 at 08:21pm
Under Stress
If you suffer from an anxiety disorder, you will be very mindful of the profound sensation of suddenly feeling lost, trapped or perhaps sick to your stomach all simultaneously. Anxiety panic attacks are frequent among sufferers of various anxiety disorders. If you are one of these folk, then you know only too well how out of control they make you feel and you likely want to put a stop to them. Read on to learn more about coping with anxiety panic attacks and how to control them more efficiently.
If you are a sufferer of anxiety panic attacks, it is important that you understand exactly what they are and how they happen. An attack starts out when stress and anxiety levels increase to a point where they are unmanageable by the individual who is experiencing the episode. The individual will rapidly descend into a state of panic and fearfulness of surroundings, feeling that they are dying or having a heart attack and even going crazy. Effectively, the mind is telling the body that it is experiencing a discomfort that is in all probability not real. Depending on the severity of the attack, they can last anywhere up to around fifteen minutes. The experience oftentimes causes a vicious circle where the person fears another attack, which just causes the symptoms to worsen.
Keeping a cool head during an anxiety panic attack is difficult to do, particularly when you suffer from an anxiety disorder. However, if this is something you have to deal with for the rest of your life, it is important to master the art of stress management. Anxiety panic attacks come on rapidly so the best thing to do in most cases is to calm down and then lay down. Once you do this, you can attempt to relax your brain by stating that it will pass and telling yourself that the anguish you are experiencing is not real. You can endeavor to prevent these episodes by asking yourself why do I have anxiety attacks and learning what sparks them off. For instance, do they occur in certain situations or do negative thoughts bring them on?
It is possible to take the controlling techniques to the next level in order to eliminate your anxiety panic attacks. You can begin by teaching yourself relaxation exercises. You will want to opt for something that is right for you. Several of the more popular choices are listening to relaxing music, reading and practicing yoga. Once you learn what an anxiety panic attack is and what to do to control them, your life should be on the road to recovery. Anxiety disorders can make life complex but with a clear mind and a lot of determination you should be able to handle whatever they throw your way.
By writer
September 30th, 2008 at 06:04pm
Under Stress
So you want instant stress relief? Stand up on your chair right now, stick the little finger on your right hand into your left nostril, put your left hand down the back of your pants or skirt and squeeze your right butt cheek and start singing ‘Hey Diddle Diddle, the Cat and the Fiddle’ as loud as you can.
Feel any better? My best guess is that you didn’t even do it, did you? But I can almost guarantee that had you, you will have forgotten what was stressing you out in the first place. If you want instant stress relief I can assure you all you need to do is get a little silly and laugh at yourself.
Stress is of course a very serious issue and we all take our stress very seriously. It affects our emotional and physical well-being putting strain on our minds and bodies. Our stress can also affect negatively those around us.
There are certainly serious stress conditions that life throws at you which are unavoidable and which no amount of silliness or laughing will relieve. We are quite capable of dealing with this type of stress when it comes along. We do however need instant stress relief techniques for the rest of the unnecessary anxiety we put ourselves through on a daily basis.
Anxiety is the reaction to and a symptom of stress and so the two go hand in hand. Instant anxiety relief can also be achieved through similar instant stress relief techniques. Again, though, there are definitely anxiety states where these techniques would not work.
Before we look at some of the things you can do to instantly relieve stress and your anxiety, one important point we want to raise is that a lot of what we do on a daily basis causes us the pointless stress we experience. Much of what stresses us out can honestly be avoided quite easily and as a long term goal this should be where your focus is put.
Ok back to the matter at hand. Something you can do right now to relieve your stress, besides the whole chair and finger in the nose thing, is to check out a page we setup on instant stress relief tips. You’ll see some quick things you can do at your computer which are great for stress relief. Be sure to check out the virtual bubblewrap. It’s great fun.
Of course everyone loves lists and what would an article about instant stress relief be without the top things you can do to relieve stress and anxiety; in list format. So here goes:
The Top 6 and a half things you can do to instantly relieve your stress and anxiety
- Grab a pillow, stick you face into it and scream as loud as you can while shaking your head from side to side
- Make yourself some chocolate milk, put a straw into the glass and blow bubbles until the milk spills over the edge
- If you have kids who are old enough or not too old yet, get yourselves onto the carpet and take turns tickling each other
- Put on your favorite rock and roll song and play some air guitar
- Run a bubble bath and get into it with all your work clothes still on. Get your partner or spouse to join you
- Make pancakes with the whole family and enjoy them outside on the lawn
6½. Phone a close friend or family member and find out what their instant stress reliever is and then do that
Hopefully that has given you a start and it is clear to you exactly what the point is when it comes to instantly relieving your stress or anxiety. If you didn’t then here it is: If you are looking to instantly relieve anxiety or stress the approach is much the same. The important thing to remember is that the best stress relief technique in the world is to just laugh. Laugh until the tears roll down your face or until your sides hurt or both.
By writer
September 30th, 2008 at 06:04pm
Under Stress
In these days of hectic lifestyles, it is rare that people find time for themselves. They are stressed out and badly need a time for relaxation. But their lifestyle ensures that they have no time for relaxation. Relaxation can not only recharge your worn out batteries but has innumerable benefits for the mind as well as body. But unfortunately people are too busy to even find time for some simple relaxation exercises.
The key to improving your general health and well being is a regular relaxation time period. This regular practise will allow the body to recover from the daily stresses it faces as well as allow it time to heal. Even better it is a shield that can help you cope with problems and tensions when they occur. Even better, it prevents the build up of pressure.
What does it feel like being relaxed? Various people have had various experiences while relaxing. But an agreed factor is that being relaxed is like feeling drowsy accompanied by a feeling of heaviness, while some report feeling light. Essentially, deep relaxation is a state where your body is free from muscle tension and there is a slowing down of your mind. One thing that can be assured when you are coming out of a relaxed state of mind is that you will certainly feel fresh and alert.
There are numerous positive benefits that relaxation has on the human body, including:
1. Lower Heart rate
2. A slow breathing rate
3. Blood pressure is lowered
4. Muscles get relaxed
5. Requirement of oxygen is much lower when you are relaxed
6. Slows down the number of thoughts
7. Calmness and peace descends on your body
Regular use of relaxation techniques offers many health benefits:
1. Blood Pressure is lowered
2. The regular aches and pains are reduced to a great extent
3. High level of alertness
4. Concentration is improved to a great extent
5. Anxiety and panic feelings are reduced
6. Angry outbursts and irritability are reduced to a great extent
7. Better reaction to pains
8. Emotional reactivity to problems is reduced
9. Study Skills are improved
10. A feeling of being in control
11. Increased ability to handle stressful situations
12. Immune systems functions at an improved level
Relaxation can benefit all age groups . Though relaxation would mean doing nothing to many people, the body will actually be doing loads of work even in a complete state of relaxation. This is imperative for good health. Relaxation can even help when you are recovering from an illness or trying to improve your health. Maximum improvement is found only when relaxation techniques are part of your recovery strategy.
Relaxation is a very inexpensive way of boosting your health. The human body can not sustain a state of tension, or constant activity, all day. Relaxation is a great way to put your body into peak working condition thereby improving its ability to cope with stress, think clearly and a feeling of being in control during stressful situations. Set aside some time each day to listen to relaxation tapes without interruptions. Soon you will be glad to find yourself in a healthy state feeling fit and eager to get going.
Get a free Stress Management 7-Part E-Course and receive a free mp3 download of an interview with a clinical social worker (’Coping With Stress’) with your first issue.
Visit http://WillYouRelax.com for details and get loads of great relaxation tips and strategies for coping with stress. Free meditation report also available.
By writer
September 28th, 2008 at 12:34pm
Under Stress
On-the-job stress is a commonly occurring problem in today’s society. For most workers, job-related stress comes with the territory so it’s important to develop ways to cope. Stress can be minimized if you know the things that cause it in your workplace and develop ways to keep your sanity in the midst of it all.
Common sources of job-related stress and coping strategies include:
Rude co-workers
An unprofessional, tactless, or rude co-worker can cause a lot of stress in your working environment. Considering the number of people that we are required to interact with on a daily basis to carry out the duties of our jobs it is guaranteed that a clash of personalities will eventually occur. The goal is not to let an aggravating co-worker affect your work performance.
Several means of handling this type of problem exist. Here it’s important to choose your battles. If you can ignore the rude behavior and get your work done, let it go if at all possible.
When ignoring them doesn’t work, you may want to try talking the situation out with them. Sometimes, they may not even know that they’re coming across as being rude. Getting it out in the open relieves that added stress.
If that doesn’t help, you’ll have to go to your boss and tell them what’s going on and that it’s been affecting your work. Sometimes they’ll take ahold of the situation themselves in order for things to run smoothly.
A Mean Boss!
Maybe your nasty cube-mate isn’t the problem but your horribly demanding manager is. Tolerating a boss who’s unfair or belligerent can send your stress level through the roof. Try discussing your issues with him or her before taking any further action to remedy the problem.
|If direct discussion with your supervisor proves ineffective, the next step is to approach the next level of management. Document the inappropriate behavior you have witnessed or personally experienced and report it to someone in human resources or follow the appropriate channels for your company.
Most companies do not want the hassle and expense of employing new staff. In most cases, if the offenses of the manager are valid they will take steps to correct the behaviors and resolve any problems. Do not allow poor management to cause you undue stress. Take action for your own sake!
Assignment Overload
Having more work than you can handle can make stress inevitable. Take on only what you can handle at one time. Ask for help from others and be willing to reciprocate and help them when they need it. A lot of things can be accomplished with teamwork.
Stress in the workplace can come from many other sources as well. Learn what causes your stress and find out how to work through it. Your workplace can be a stressful environment, but don’t let that stress get the best of you.
Get Josh Murphy’s latest free report ‘Self-Care Boot Camp’ – jam-packed with more great stress relief information at StressReliefTipsWeekly.com. Check out the site for more great info on topis like stress symptoms as well as a free weekly newsletter that subscribers can’t get enough of!
By writer
September 28th, 2008 at 12:33pm
Under Stress
Unfortunately for most of us, stress is just a part of life. Some stress can be good for us, that little burst of adrenaline that keeps us on top of things mentally. At other times, stress can become an extreme problem that causes physical symptoms, emotional turmoil and even anxiety attacks.
At first, anxiety attacks may occur suddenly and seem like a normal part of being stressed out. If they are not recognized and dealt with, they may continue and worsen over time.
In order to recognize the indicators for an anxiety attack, you have to understand the symptoms of stress first. Each person experiences stress differently, but some of the general symptoms of stress include problems with memory, confusion, difficulty in concentrating and racing thoughts.
You’ll see some of those symptoms in anxiety attacks as well, but you’ll notice more of the physical symptoms when an attack is occurring. Some people experience shortness of breath, pounding heart rhythm, trembling or shakiness within the body, stomachaches and hot or cold flashes.
During the height of an anxiety attack the physical symptoms can be so overwhelming that that they are upsetting. People often report feeling “out of control” of their body or as if they are “dying.” The first time a person experiences an anxiety attack they are unlikely to identify the symptoms of those of anxiety and are more likely to feel that they are experience a heart attack, stroke, or serious medical emergency.
It sometimes takes someone else who knows them well to realize that there’s something wrong. Once anxiety attacks are suspected in a person, they need to seek out medical attention from a professional who can determine if they’re anxiety attacks and not another medical-related illness.
When the physician rules out anything medical and determines that they are anxiety attacks, he may start them on some type of medication to help relieve them of some of the symptoms and encourage the patient to seek a counselor.
Counselors are individuals specially trained to help patients explore the motivations behind their feelings. This includes determining what factors contribute to stress and how to eliminate or reduce stress. A counselor will listen to a patient’s medical and biographical history to determine what influences are contributing to the overabundance of stress in their lives. Once these stressors are identified the counselor will create a treatment plan and teach the patient to manage their stress through the use of stress reduction techniques. The success of this treatment plans depends solely on the patient’s commitment to follow through with the suggestions outlined in it.
Take time to do some research on stress management techniques. There are many websites devoted to illustrating these techniques. From deep breathing, meditation, yoga, and exercise to changes in daily routines and rituals there are a multitude of techniques that can be experimented with.
Normal amounts of stress are vital for keeping the body and mind healthy, but persistent unmanageable stress is not beneficial. You do not have to settle for overwhelming physical and emotional symptoms of stress and anxiety. Take the necessary steps to reduce or alleviate excess stress and anxiety in your life before your anxiety interferes with your daily activities. Learning to combat stress is a valuable tool for maintaining and improving your physical and mental health.
Get Josh Murphy’s latest free report ‘Self-Care Boot Camp’ – jam-packed with more great stress relief information at StressReliefTipsWeekly.com. Check out the site for more great info on topis like stress ruining your marriage as well as a free weekly newsletter that subscribers are raving about!
By writer
September 27th, 2008 at 03:18pm
Under Stress
Panic attacks are a form of anxiety, and can be a challenging condition for many people to cope with. Symptoms of a panic attack may include shortness of breath, shaking, sweating, chest pains or pressure, rapid heartbeat and lightheadedness. These symptoms can come on quite suddenly, and may occur any time of the day or night. For some, panic attacks can get in the way of sleep or enjoyment of everyday activities. If you are one of the many people who suffer from frequent panic attacks, you may want to know what the best panic attack medicine is that will keep your symptoms under control and help you to enjoy a higher quality of life. There are a number of medications that are prescribed for panic attacks, and many are very effective at reducing the frequency of symptoms.
Benzodiazepines
Medications that fall under this category include familiar names like Valium and Xanax, as well as Ativan and Klonopin. These medications are usually used in the short term as the best panic attack medicine to get the symptoms under control quickly and effectively. They are often prescribed in tandem with long term medications like antidepressants, and are usually used as a complement to professional counseling sessions. However, in some cases, these medications can and will be used over a longer period of time to keep symptoms in check.
Antidepressants
Antidepressants are used by many doctors as the best panic attack medicine, because they are designed to be used safely over the long term to keep symptoms under control for as long as necessary. The other advantage to this medication is that there are many different kinds of antidepressants available. This means that if one is not working as well for you, your doctor can try other brands and types until he finds the best panic attack medicine for you. Many doctors will begin with an SSRI, which would include Prozac, Paxil or Zoloft. If these medications do not work well, he can then switch to another type of antidepressant like Tofranil or Nardil until he finds the best panic attack medicine to address your specific needs.
If you are suffering from frequent panic attacks, there is no reason to live with this condition any longer. Talk to your doctor about your choices in counseling and the best panic attack medicine for you to keep symptoms at bay and your condition under control. There are plenty of choices in anxiety attack treatment plans today so you don’t have to continue to live with the effects of these embarrassing and debilitating attacks. Treatment is available and your doctor can help you find the best panic attack medicine so that you can enjoy more symptom-free days and a higher quality of life.
By writer
September 27th, 2008 at 03:18pm
Under Stress
There has been much talk and news today about panic; perhaps more people are suffering from this condition because we live in such scary times in such a scary world, but perhaps more people are simply aware that they are having a panic attack and so are seeking treatment for it. Unfortunately even with all the additional information that is out there about this disorder many patient still don’t know what to look for when they suspect they’re actually having a panic attack.
Panic attacks affect a person not just mentally and emotionally but physically as well. It’s not unusual for those having a panic attack to get dizzy and lightheaded. They also feel numbness and tingling in their arms and fingers. Because of being panicked, they may have a hard time speaking or thinking clearly. The symptoms of having a panic attack overwhelm them so that they have a hard time concentrating and focusing, and sometimes a sufferer can even slur their speech.
It’s easy to see why the symptoms of having a panic attack are confused with stroke or heart attack. But the problem is that if someone assumes they’re having a heart attack or stroke and don’t realize that they’re having a panic attack they don’t get the help they need.
They may check into a hospital and undergo test after test to find out the problem with their heart or have the doctor check for signs of a stroke, all the while ignoring the real issue. This is not only costly and invasive, it’s also ineffective. Being treated for a problem you don’t have and ignoring the problem you do doesn’t solve or help anything.
To be sure that you’re having a panic attack and not a stroke or heart attacks, it’s important to be keenly aware of the emotional reaction you have. Panic is usually accompanied by fear of one’s surroundings or claustrophobia, an overwhelming urge to run away, confusion, and a sense of dread for what might happen next. All of these emotional and mental reactions are signs of a person having a panic attack and may occur in conjunction with their physical reaction as well.
Panic affects each person differently with a variety of symptoms, so anyone that suspects he or she is having a panic attack should make an appointment with a physician to rule out physical problems and to get the help that is available as well.
By writer
Previous Posts