The Signs Of Stress
Health Encyclopedia: Stress Conditions With Similar Symptoms
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Conditions with Similar Symptoms
The physical symptoms of anxiety disorders mirror many symptoms of stress, including:
- A fast heart rate
- Rapid, shallow breathing
- Increased muscle tension
Anxiety is an emotional disorder, however, and is characterized by feelings of apprehension, uncertainty, fear, or panic. Unlike stress, the triggers for anxiety are not necessarily or even usually associated with specific stressful or threatening conditions. Some individuals with anxiety disorders have numerous phys...
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Expert & Community Posts
Stress and Depression in Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Asthma and Stress Management
...health. And if you have asthma, you no doubt know that stress can cause asthma symptoms. The signs and symptoms of stress range from the benign to the dramatic – from simply feeling tired at the... Read more »10 Tips For Helping Children with Anxiety During the Holidays
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...Symptoms. Early symptoms of hypothyroidism are subtle and, in older people, can be easily mistaken for symptoms of stress or aging. They include:Chronic fatigueSensitivityto coldHeadacheMuscle and... Read more »Stress Incontinence
The primary symptom of stress incontinence is leakage due to activities that apply pressure to a full bladder. High-impact exercise poses the greatest risk for leaking. But stress incontinence can... Read more »Premenstrual Syndrome: Causes
CausesResearchers are still uncertain about the causes of premenstrual syndrome. Evidence suggests that fluctuations in hormones and brain chemicals play a role.Activity in the... Read more »Images
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