Are you showing any Signs and Symptoms of Stress?

Psychological signs Poor concentration Difficulty making decisions  Memory lapses  Becoming rather vague  Easily distracted  Less intuitive & creative  Worrying  Negative thinking  Depression & anxiety  Poor judgement

Emotional Signs  Irritable Tearful Mood swings  Extra sensitive to criticism  Defensive  Feeling out of control/overwhelmed  Lack of motivation  Angry  Frustrated  Lack of confidence  Lack of self-esteem

Physical Signs Aches/pains & muscle tension/grinding teeth Frequent colds/infections  Allergies/rashes/skin irritations  Constipation/diarrhoea/ IBS  Weight loss or gain  Indigestion/heartburn/ulcers  Hyperventilating/lump in the throat/pins & needles  Dizziness/palpitations  Panic attacks/nausea  Physical tiredness  Menstrual changes/loss of libido/sexual problems  Heart problems/high blood pressure

Behavioural signs Unable to relax or have fun Prone to accidents, forgetfulness  Increased reliance on alcohol, smoking, caffeine, recreational or illegal drugs  Being a workaholic  Poor time management and/or poor standards of work  Absenteeism  Self neglect/change in appearance  Relationship problems/ loss of sex drive Social withdrawal Insomnia or waking tired  Reckless/ careless  Aggressive/anger outbursts  Nervous /agitated Uncharacteristically lying