Stress and the Human Body

This type of stress is very difficult to diagnose. Sufferers of this type of stress experience symptoms every day. Common symptoms of episodic stress are irritability, anxiety, headaches, and chest pain. People who suffer from this stress feel very tense and anxiety set in because they take on more than they can handle. They tend to volunteer themselves for more than they can accomplish. They also are normally late to where ever they go and usually have a feeling of being rushed. People who suffer from this are anxious, and they may be easily irritated. Their lives are always in turmoil, and they seem to never get on top of things. They are very unorganized, and many people who suffer from this may also feel like everyone is against them, even though this is just in their imagination. People suffering from episodic acute stress are very negative people. They always see the negative in everything. .
             Chronic stress is the type of stress that is excessive and constant and takes an emotional toll. It can also be psychologically and physically exhausting. Unlike everyday stressors, which can be managed with healthy stress management techniques, untreated chronic stress can result in serious health conditions. High blood pressure, anxiety, muscle pain, insomnia and a weakened immune system are a few examples of chronic stress. Stress can contribute to the development of illnesses, such as heart disease and depression. Chronic stress can occur when everyday stressors are ignored or badly managed. The results of chronic stress are serious, as it contributes to anxiety and depression. When people suffer from depression and anxiety they are at an increased risk for heart disease than people without these conditions. Eustress is not necessarily a stressor type, but how we perceive those stressors. Eustress can be fun, exciting and energizing, especially in the short term. If you are facing a sudden danger and resolving a situation safely, you'll get pumped and excited; like when you are racing to meet an exciting deadline, getting dressed for your wedding, or flying down a ski slope.