Causes of Stress

Stressed man awaits his destiny

How do we become stressed? The causes are diverse and numerous:

Work-related: new job, management role, high demands, responsibilities
Poor health: lack of sleep, malnourished, unwell
New born child: responsibilities, adjustments, lack of sleep
Life transitions: teenagers, working parents, seniors
Relationships: break ups, divorce, family disputes, responsibilities
Death or loss among family or friends
Expectations we place on ourselves
Education: exams, study, demands
Financial strain: unemployment, unstable income, debt
Urban environment: crowds, traffic, crime, time restraints
Discrimination: people who belong to an ethnic group or are part of a minority who are discriminated against in the public or media
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Are you suffering from stress? Read more about the symptoms of stress.

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