What are the physical reactions to stress?

Physical symptoms of stress include:

• Aches and pains.
• Chest pain or a feeling like your heart is racing.
• Exhaustion or trouble sleeping.
• Headaches, dizziness or shaking.
• High blood pressure.
• Muscle tension or jaw clenching.
• Stomach or digestive problems.
• Trouble having sex.

What are the behavioral symptoms of stress?

Behavioral symptoms of stress include:

• Changes in appetite — either not eating or eating too much.
• Procrastinating and avoiding responsibilities.
• Increased use of alcohol, drugs, or cigarettes.
• Exhibiting more nervous behaviors, such as nail biting, fidgeting, and pacing.

Does anxiety medication help with physical symptoms?

Anti-anxiety medications have physical effects on the brain and the body, which can help reduce the symptoms of anxiety, such as worry, fear, and panic attacks. These medications must be prescribed by a doctor, often by a psychiatrist.

What are some automatic physical reactions to stress?

Stress is an automatic physical reaction to a danger or demand (whether real or perceived). The “fight or flight” response kicks in which allows our bodies to prepare to deal with threats or danger. Muscles tighten, blood pressure rises, the heart speeds up and extra adrenaline rushes through your system.

How does stress affect you physically?

Here are a few of the physical effects of stress on the body: Stress causes headaches and pain in the lower back, neck and shoulder. The exact reasons are not known, but it could be because it affects the nerves or causes some changes in the brain.

How does stress affect the body physically?

Stress affects us physically, emotionally, behaviorally and mentally. When there is a threat, the body physically reacts by increasing the adrenaline flow, tensing muscles, and increasing heart rate and respiration. Emotions, such as anxiety, irritability, sadness and depression, or extreme happiness and exhilaration come out.

What are the physical consequences of stress?

How stress affects the body varies from person to person, but the common physical effects of stress are: Low energy levels. Headaches. Stomachaches and nausea. Insomnia. Chest pains. Frequent colds or other illnesses. Shaking or sweating hands.