Stress

Stress is a universal human emotion, and everyone experiences it. The human body is actually designed to be able to feel stress and react to it. The body reacts to difficulties or changes physically and psychologically (stressors). 

Stress reactions help your body acclimate to unfamiliar situations. Stress can help us stay awake, motivated, and prepared to avoid danger. A stress response, for instance, may cause the body to work harder and keep up longer if someone has a huge event coming up. Stress, however, becomes a problem when pressures build up without a break or a chance to relax. In such a situation, seeking online counselling for stress from the top psychologist in India is advisable.

Symptoms

Symptoms of emotional stress can appear as behavioral, mental, and physical health symptoms.

  • Chest discomfort, an elevated heart rate, or both.
  • Bodily aches and pains in general; pain in the shoulders, neck, or back.
  • Headaches.
  • Clenching or grinding your teeth.
  • Respiration difficulty.
  • Dizziness.
  • Feeling worn out, worried, or melancholy.
  • Changing your eating habits; gaining or losing weight.
  • Sleeping more or less than usual.
  • Digestive issues, such as upset stomach, diarrhea, or constipation.

Causes

Seniors experience ongoing stressors with age, however, stressors for the elderly frequently change. Here are some of the most common reasons why the elderly face stresses more frequently.
  • Changes in health or physical ability
  • Health is a major source of stress for older people.
  • Deterioration in health.
  • Losing energy can be upsetting for seniors because it forces them to live more slowly.

Treatment

Psychotherapy

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction are two types of therapy that may be particularly beneficial in addressing stress symptoms (MBSR). CBT focuses on assisting people in identifying and changing negative thought patterns, whereas MBSR focuses on stress reduction through meditation and mindfulness. Consult your online counsellor or the best psychologist in India to know more about CBT and MBSR.

Medication
Medication may be prescribed in some cases to treat specific stress-related symptoms. Online psychiatric consultation can aid you with appropriate medical interventions. Sleep aids, antacids, antidepressants, and anti-anxiety medications are examples of such medications. Acupuncture, aromatherapy, massage, yoga therapy, and meditation are some complementary approaches that may be beneficial for stress reduction.

Frequently Asked Questions

Stress frequently shows itself physically in older adults, including health issues. Frequent headaches sleep issues, insomnia, exhaustion (both physical and mental), difficulty concentrating, changes in appetite, muscle tension, discomfort, chest pain, stomach upset, and other symptoms can be warning indicators of stress. To address and reduce stress over time, talking to an online therapist or the best psychologist in India might be a crucial step.
While stress is undoubtedly difficult to manage at any age, it can get harder to handle as you age for a variety of reasons. First of all, your body is no longer physiologically capable of handling stress the same way it did when you were younger. A consultation with a top psychologist in India may be beneficial if your symptoms are intense like not being able to sleep, self-harm, etc.
Adults who experience chronic stress are more likely to develop heart disease, heartburn, and a host of other health issues. Stress raises blood sugar levels and can worsen diabetes. Both high blood pressure and insomnia may result from it. People may experience anxiety, worry, depression, or frustration as a result. In order to manage your stress, enhance self-confidence and address the factors that are causing stress, consultation with an online counsellor or best clinical psychologist is always advisable.


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