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| name = Psychological stress | |||
| image = [[File:Headache-1557872_960_720.jpg|250px]] | |||
| caption = A person experiencing stress | |||
| field = [[Psychology]], [[Psychiatry]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Anxiety]], [[depression (mood)]], [[irritability]], [[muscle tension]], [[headache]], [[fatigue (medical)]], [[insomnia]] | |||
| complications = [[Cardiovascular disease]], [[immune system]] suppression, [[digestive problems]], [[mental health disorders]] | |||
| onset = Can be [[acute (medicine)|acute]] or [[chronic (medicine)|chronic]] | |||
| duration = Varies; can be short-term or long-term | |||
| causes = [[Life events]], [[work stress]], [[relationship issues]], [[financial problems]], [[health concerns]] | |||
| risks = [[Genetic predisposition]], [[personality traits]], [[lack of social support]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Clinical assessment]], [[psychological evaluation]] | |||
| differential = [[Anxiety disorder]], [[depression (mood)]], [[adjustment disorder]] | |||
| prevention = [[Stress management]], [[healthy lifestyle]], [[social support]] | |||
| treatment = [[Cognitive behavioral therapy]], [[medication]], [[relaxation techniques]], [[exercise]] | |||
| prognosis = Varies; can improve with treatment and management | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
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[[File:In_Line_at_the_Medical_Centre_(7989958032).jpg|People waiting in line at a medical center, possibly due to stress-related health issues.|left|thumb]] | |||
[[File:Two_people_laughing.jpg|Two people laughing, illustrating a moment of relief from stress.|left|thumb]] | |||
'''Psychological stress''' is a type of [[stress]] that can be defined as an uncomfortable emotional experience accompanied by predictable biochemical, physiological and behavioral changes. It is a form of mental strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances. | '''Psychological stress''' is a type of [[stress]] that can be defined as an uncomfortable emotional experience accompanied by predictable biochemical, physiological and behavioral changes. It is a form of mental strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances. | ||
==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
Psychological stress is a form of [[mental health]] issue that is caused by a perceived threat, whether that threat is physical, emotional, or psychological. The body's response to this threat is to prepare for a fight or flight response, which can lead to a variety of physical and mental symptoms. | Psychological stress is a form of [[mental health]] issue that is caused by a perceived threat, whether that threat is physical, emotional, or psychological. The body's response to this threat is to prepare for a fight or flight response, which can lead to a variety of physical and mental symptoms. | ||
==Causes== | ==Causes== | ||
Psychological stress can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Psychological stress can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
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* [[Trauma]] | * [[Trauma]] | ||
* [[Grief]] | * [[Grief]] | ||
==Symptoms== | ==Symptoms== | ||
The symptoms of psychological stress can vary from person to person, but may include: | The symptoms of psychological stress can vary from person to person, but may include: | ||
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* [[Difficulty concentrating]] | * [[Difficulty concentrating]] | ||
* [[Physical symptoms]] such as headaches, stomachaches, and chest pain | * [[Physical symptoms]] such as headaches, stomachaches, and chest pain | ||
==Treatment== | ==Treatment== | ||
Treatment for psychological stress often involves a combination of [[therapy]], [[medication]], and lifestyle changes. This may include: | Treatment for psychological stress often involves a combination of [[therapy]], [[medication]], and lifestyle changes. This may include: | ||
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* [[Healthy diet]] | * [[Healthy diet]] | ||
* [[Adequate sleep]] | * [[Adequate sleep]] | ||
==Prevention== | ==Prevention== | ||
Prevention of psychological stress can involve a variety of strategies, including: | Prevention of psychological stress can involve a variety of strategies, including: | ||
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* [[Adequate sleep]] | * [[Adequate sleep]] | ||
* [[Social support]] | * [[Social support]] | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Stress (biology)]] | * [[Stress (biology)]] | ||
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* [[Occupational stress]] | * [[Occupational stress]] | ||
* [[Stress management]] | * [[Stress management]] | ||
[[Category:Psychology]] | [[Category:Psychology]] | ||
[[Category:Mental health]] | [[Category:Mental health]] | ||
[[Category:Stress]] | [[Category:Stress]] | ||
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| Synonyms | N/A |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Anxiety, depression (mood), irritability, muscle tension, headache, fatigue (medical), insomnia |
| Complications | Cardiovascular disease, immune system suppression, digestive problems, mental health disorders |
| Onset | Can be acute or chronic |
| Duration | Varies; can be short-term or long-term |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Life events, work stress, relationship issues, financial problems, health concerns |
| Risks | Genetic predisposition, personality traits, lack of social support |
| Diagnosis | Clinical assessment, psychological evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Anxiety disorder, depression (mood), adjustment disorder |
| Prevention | Stress management, healthy lifestyle, social support |
| Treatment | Cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, relaxation techniques, exercise |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Varies; can improve with treatment and management |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
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Psychological stress is a type of stress that can be defined as an uncomfortable emotional experience accompanied by predictable biochemical, physiological and behavioral changes. It is a form of mental strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.
Definition[edit]
Psychological stress is a form of mental health issue that is caused by a perceived threat, whether that threat is physical, emotional, or psychological. The body's response to this threat is to prepare for a fight or flight response, which can lead to a variety of physical and mental symptoms.
Causes[edit]
Psychological stress can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of psychological stress can vary from person to person, but may include:
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Irritability
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Difficulty concentrating
- Physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches, and chest pain
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for psychological stress often involves a combination of therapy, medication, and lifestyle changes. This may include:
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Stress management techniques
- Medication for anxiety or depression
- Exercise
- Healthy diet
- Adequate sleep
Prevention[edit]
Prevention of psychological stress can involve a variety of strategies, including:
- Stress management techniques
- Healthy lifestyle habits
- Regular exercise
- Balanced diet
- Adequate sleep
- Social support
