Here are some common but unhealthy reactions to stress. Do any of these describe your reactions? If you're not sure, consider keeping a daily journal for a week or so to monitor your reactions to stressful situations.
Crying. Stress may trigger crying jags, sometimes seemingly without warning.Little things unrelated to your stress may leave you in tears. you also may feel lonely or isolated.
Depression.sometimes stress may be too much to take.You might avoid the problem, call in sick to work, feel hopeless or simply give up. Chronic stress can be a factor in the development of depression or anxiety disorders.
Negativity. When you don't cope well with stress,you may automatically expect the worst or magnify the negative aspects of any undesirable situation.
Smoking.Even if you quit smoking long ago, a cigarette may seem like an easy way relax when you're under pressure.In fact, stress