Science behind stress management and resilience building

- 74% of people have felt so stressed they have been overwhelmed or unable to cope

- 46% of people reported that they ate too much or ate unhealthily due to stress

- 29% of people reported that they started drinking or increased their drinking

- 15% of people reported that they started smoking or increased their smoking

- 51% of adults who felt stressed reported feeling depressed

- 61% of adults reported feeling anxious

Of the people who said they had felt stressed at some point in their lives - 

- 16% had self harmed

- 32% said they had had suicidal thoughts and feelings

Common effects of stress on your body

- Headaches

- Muscle tension or pain

- Chest pain

- Fatigue

- Change in sex drive

- Stomach upset

- Sleep problems

Common effects of stress on your mood

- Anxiety

- Restlessness

- Lack of motivation or focus

- Irritability or anger

- Sadness or depression

Common effects of stress on your behaviour

- Overeating or undereating

- Angry outbursts

- Drug or alcohol abuse

- Tobacco use

- Social withdrawl

- Exercise less often

Mental health problems

- Depression

- Anxiety

- Personality disorders

Cardiovascular desease

- Heart disease

- High blood pressure

- Strokes

Musculoskeletal issues

- Chronic pain

Reproductive issues

- Menstrual problems

- Sexual dysfunctions

- Loss of libido

Obesity

Gastrointestinal issues

- Gastritis

- IBS

- Ulcerative colitis

- Hope and belief in resilience

- Cognitive approaches

- Problem solving

- Anger management

- Worry and anxiety management

- Relaxation and self-regulation

- Social skills and assertiveness training

- Mindfulness and acceptance based approached

- Social connections