Introduction
Stress, in the recent years, is the household name of kind of physical condition which is considered the creation of modern hurry and lots of pressure of works and unmatchable ambitions, and cyber world is also considered as the passive factor of this widely known word of concern. Stress is anything that poses a threat or challenge to our well-being.
Stress: Positive and Negative Sides
Stress does not always pose negative effects in our mind sometimes, it helps boosting our morale or performance. It also makes us dynamic and performing best in our respective fields. For instance, the pressures of exams do not pose stress on students; rather it helps in exerting their best and results in outstanding performance. Strangely enough, without any stress we even suffer boredom, and our existence would seem futile.
Stress: Its Adverse Effect
However, we suffer stress only when the intensity of it goes beyond the capacity of our endurance power. It starts interfering with our mental as well as our physical health, and creates psychological imbalance.
Situations: Stress and Excitement
The probable causes of stress are varied and many. Same situations or incidences cause stress in some people while, in others simultaneously become the source of excitement or pleasure. There are different reasons behind such cases. For instance, a speeding bike may be a source of great excitement for a person while another person on the same bike, at the same time, may be afraid of the high speed or the possible danger.
Causes of Stress
The work pressure, busy schedules, peer pressure, health issues, personal relationships, financial problems and various irritants like noise; sometimes unpleasant people are also the causes of stress.
Types of Stress Steps to control or relieve must be taken at the prime time as it can pose severe effects on one’s health and even, in some cases, causes death to the person suffers. Some of the most common effects of stress on our heath are: hypertension, diabetes, herpes, insomnia, multiple sclerosis, etc
Stress is sometimes considered accountable for suicides, family fights, marriage breakups, road rage, and violence.
Conclusion
We should, therefore, identify the factors and probable causes of the mental conditions that are behind our stress. Then, we must take appropriate steps to control or get rid of the stress. In this case, the sooner is attempted; the better it is for our physical as well as mental well-being. William James is praiseworthy in this regard for invaluable word, ‘The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another’.