"STRESS" our common problem ....Facts and Control"



By Dr Ehimen Ferguson, Consultant Physician/Life Coach Expert

 Introduction:  According to World Health Organization and Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, majority of the world population are stressed. As noted in America in 2010, majority of the population were stressed due to the economy recession. Likewise what is seen in Nigeria today, poor economic development and other government policies has placed it's citizens in an overstressed state, hence high suicide rates and other after effects of excessive stress. Also, Note our body  can entertain little stress and at times stress can be beneficial or a source of motivation. However, we are not equipped to handle long-term, chronic stress without negative consequences.

AIM- WHY STRESS?
It is important to refocus our attention  on stress control. This is important considering the facts that most health complications begins from that little stress. If this little stress is not properly handled  it can cascades into sequel of events like suicide, hypertension. Therefore,lets pay special attention to stress management,if we must stem the tide of suicide and premature deaths in our society.

 What is stress
Stress is the body's reaction to harmful situations/general life challeges. When we  feel threatened , a chemical reaction occurs in our body that allows you to act in a way to prevent injury. This reaction is known as "fight-or-flight,

 Causes of stress

1.Major life challenges

2. Work or school issues

3.Relationship difficulties

4.Financial problems

5.Being too busy/over occupied

6.Children and family problems

7.Inability to accept uncertainty and failures

8.Negative self-talk

9. Family crisis and lack of support

10. Excessive pressure at work

11. Stressful life events eg Death of a spouse,Divorce/Marriage separation, Imprisonment etc

 Signs and symptoms

 -Depressed moods or general unhappiness
-Anxiety and agitation
-Moodiness, irritability, or anger
-Feeling overwhelmed
-Loneliness
-Diarrhea or constipation
-Chest pain, rapid heart
-Eating more or less etc

 Effects or Health problem associated with stress.

*Suicide,
* Depression
*Inability to Sleep
*Digestive problems
*Skin conditions, such as eczema
*Heart disease
*Weight problems
*Reproductive issues
*Loss of memory

 Control

1. Seek help -discuss with an expert or trusted family members or friends

2. Search for that thing which gives you joy or relieves your stress or distract you from the stress Eg entertainments, reading bibles, social media etc

3. Eat healthy diets

4. Learn to always relax

5. Join support and problem solving groups


 Please do not relent, talk to your neighbors, check on your friends always.

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 Acknowledgement and source: WHO, CDC, helpguide.org

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