Stress

It is the feeling of mental tension.

Causes of stress:

• Peer pressure
• Education
• Feeling unsafe and insecure
• Changing environment
• Financial crisis

Symptoms:

• Headache
• Back ache
• Stomach upset and indigestion
• Anger or unhappiness
• Depression
• Emotional

How to deal with it:

• Relaxation
• Exercise
• Breathing exercises
• Eat regularly
• Pamper yourself and be kind to yourself.
• Talk it out.
• Spend time with someone who loves you and cares for you.
• Do not demand too much from yourself.
• Low self esteem is one of the major causes:
• It is the self estimation of self. A person with high self-esteem will value himself more than one who does a low self-esteem.

What builds self esteem?

• Sharing talent
• Setting and reaching goals
• New responsibilities and freedom
• Helping others
• Appraisals
• Being part of a team
• Being a responsible part of the family
• Exercise

What destroys self esteem?

• Low grades in school.
• Criticism: from friends, elders, teachers, parents, bully.
• Expectations: unrealistic expectations from parents, friends, family, or yourself.

Note:

The longer someone is in a low self-esteem the lower down the person will be. Take immediate action. Talk to the person and make him feel his worth. If nothing works ask for help from a psychologist.

Compiled by: Indrajit Sinha; Last updated: 08.11.07 © Medhospital Foundation

There is no generalization possible in medicine. The pages included in this website are purely educational and have been presented for information purpose only. Each section has been prepared with utmost care but should not be used as a substitute for your own physician's advice and care. Please see conditions for use.