Hi what are the symptoms of stress and how long do they last?

Answer 1

symptoms of stress are:
lack of energy.
pain in the neck and body parts
wanting to sleep all the time or not being able to sleep
being bitchy all the time
there can be many symtoms that are all different in everyone..
How long does it last.. well it depends on how long it takes you to get past the issues that you are having to cause the stress. if it is lack of money it could last a very long time..
more symtoms are not wanting to get out of bed and do anything
not wanting to go to work..not wanting to be around fiends.and family..
everything eventually works out if you have faith in god and ask for help. he is always there for you. but you have to ask for the help..
so get on with life.. and work through what ever your problems are.. smile once in a while it does help make you feel better.
have a wonderful day..

Answer 2

There are a vast number of symptoms of stress.Some include:headache/migraines
nausea/vomiting/diarrhea
chest pain(resembles a heart attack)but if you do experience chest pain go to your doctor
nervousness or somnolence
insomnia
displaced anger
blurred vision These are just a sample.Stress related physical ailments can last a few days or like mine has lasted 21 years.I do have to take medication.The general rule for a doctor to prescibe an anti anxiety medication,is if the symptoms occur several times a week for at least 3-4 weeks.Talk to you physician.It may depend what the stress is related too.Such as if the onset is sudden such as a death or lose of a job,the doctor can determine if an anti anxiety is right for you.Some people in high stressed jobs have to regularly take anti anxiety.


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Answer 3

Stress can be activated by any means of work related, relationship, financial, lifestyle problems. Often stress symptoms can be mood swings, tiredness, crying, heavy headaches, change of eating habits.

Stress can last of a period of hours to days, Depending how quickly dealt the problem is.

Good ways to de-stress is a soak in a bath, a pamper, a hour of time-out, a walk or stroll. or a good healthy meal in your stomach can quickly put things back into prespective.

Writing down and trying to logically think through the problem can help some, get stress and problems of stress at ease.

Answer 4

Stress can cause weight loss or gain, muscle pains, fatigue, hairloss, lack of libido, headaches, nausea, lots of things that are all rather unpleasant. The symptoms will last as long as you are stressed. My favourite stress buster is getting away from it all, even if is just sitting by the river quietly for a little while.
There are herbal medications that can help.

Answer 5

There are hundreds of symptoms caused by stress. Some often unique to an individual person. It is an impossible question to answer & so is the question how long do the symptoms last.

Answer 6

Varies with everyone, but i get a short temper, very tired, headaches, a feeling of confusion and disconnection with the world around you and when it's really bad I have had anxiety attacks which is when you feel dizzy, short of breath and have palpitation (feeling your heart pound in your chest). Not pleasant and it makes you wonder if there is something much worst wrong with you. It lasts as long as you let! If your suffering, see a doctor sooner rather then later. Or talk to someone you trust!

Answer 7

I've had two sinus infections, neither of which I got medication for. The worst part of them took about 3 days to fully get over. My main problem with my infection was the severe headache. I couldn't even turn my head in any direction without the sharp sinus pain. I hope yours clears up soon!

Answer 8

If a person is bored,sad or little bit angry and always rush to work or school,but stress can last for a day if no planned has made for instance no time for time planned.and that what i called stress.

Answer 9

People manifest and cope with stress in different ways. Can be loss of appetite, insomnia, fatigue, compulsive eating, loss of hair, vomiting, diarrhoea, headaches, backache, stomach cramps.
Best way to deal with it is to take time out to clear your head. Live day to day. Talk about it dont let it take over your life.

Answer 10

Physical symptoms

Physical symptoms can be caused by other illnesses, so it is important to have a medical doctor treat conditions such as ulcers, compressed disks, or other physical disorders. Remember, however, that the body and mind are not separate entities. The physical problems outlined below may result from or be exacerbated by stress:

* sleep disturbances
* back, shoulder or neck pain
* tension or migraine headaches
* upset or acid stomach, cramps, heartburn, gas, irritable bowel syndrome
* constipation, diarrhea
* weight gain or loss, eating disorders
* hair loss
* muscle tension
* fatigue
* high blood pressure



* irregular heartbeat, palpitations
* asthma or shortness of breath
* chest pain
* sweaty palms or hands
* cold hands or feet
* skin problems (hives, eczema, psoriasis, tics, itching)
* periodontal disease, jaw pain
* reproductive problems
* immune system suppression: more colds, flu, infections
* growth inhibition

Emotional symptoms

Like physical signs, emotional symptoms such as anxiety or depression can mask conditions other than stress. It is important to find out whether they are stress-related or not. In either case, the following emotional symptoms are uncomfortable and can affect your performance at work or play, your physical health, or your relationships with others:

* nervousness, anxiety
* depression, moodiness
* “butterflies”
* irritability, frustration
* memory problems
* lack of concentration



* trouble thinking clearly
* feeling out of control
* substance abuse
* phobias
* overreactions

Relational symptoms

The antisocial behavior displayed in stressful situations can cause the rapid deterioration of relationships with family, friends, co-workers, or even strangers. A person under stress may manifest signs such as:

* increased arguments
* isolation from social activities
* conflict with co-workers or employers
* frequent job changes



* road rage
* domestic or workplace violence
* overreactions

Severe stress reactions that persist for long periods of time and recur without warning after a traumatic event or even after an intense experience such as an accident, hospitalization, or loss, may become a post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) requiring professional assistance to overcome.

Acute stress

In determining how to cope with your stress symptoms, it is helpful to know what type you are experiencing. According to the APA Help Center’s The Different Kinds of Stress, the most common form of stress, acute stress, results from “demands and pressures of the recent past and anticipated demands and pressures of the near future.”

The University of Maryland Medical Center’s What Are The Biological Effects Of Acute Stress? likens the effects of acute stress to imagining yourself in a primitive situation, such as being chased by a bear. During situations where you experience acute stress, you’ll likely experience increases in your heartbeat and breathing. Your skin might feel cool and clammy and you might notice a change in appetite.

In small doses, acute stress may feel exciting, but too much eventually becomes exhausting and taxing on the body, mind, and spirit. Most people are able to recognize the symptoms of acute stress. Common symptoms include:

* emotional distress (irritability, resentment, anger, anxiety, and depression)
* muscular problems (tension headache, back pain, jaw pain, etc.)
* problems involving the stomach, gut, and bowels (heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome)

Acute stress symptoms often appear when something major happens in your life like moving, changing jobs, or experiencing a loss of some kind. You might feel stressed when something goes wrong or happens unexpectedly—when you are involved in a car accident or your child gets hurt at school, for example. Normally, our bodies rest when these types of stressful events cease and our lives get back to normal. Because the effects are short-term, acute stress normally does not have the same effects and extensive damage associated with long-term stress.

Episodic acute stress

If you endure acute stress frequently, you probably are experiencing episodic stress. Your life might feel disorderly, in perpetual crisis, chaotic, or out of control. The APA Help Center notes that you are likely experiencing episodic stress if you:

* are always rushing and always late
* take on too much and have “too many irons in the fire”
* feel over-aroused, short-tempered, anxious, and/or tense most of the time
* describe yourself as having “a lot of nervous energy”
* have “worry wart” tendencies (focus on negative possibilities and anticipate crisis or disaster in most situations)

If you experience episodic acute stress, you are seemingly always facing a new stressful situation.

Chronic stress

The APA Help Center describes chronic stress as “unrelenting demands and pressures for seemingly interminable periods of time.” Chronic stress is stress that wears you down day after day and year after year and seems endless. Common causes of chronic stress include:

* poverty and financial worries
* dysfunctional families
* caring for a chronically-ill family member
* feeling trapped in unhealthy relationships or career choices
* long-term unemployment
* personal belief systems (i.e., believing that the world is a threatening place or you that must be perfect at all times)
* traumatic experiences

Chronic stress has been going on for so long, that it is often not recognized by those experiencing it—you may just accept it as part of your personality. Chronic stress may also stem from traumatic experiences that have changed the brain and become internalized, causing recurrent painful and stressful feelings.

As to how long they last that is up to you and your life style also how much you wish to change ....