Signs of stress can be detected

Snacking, weight gain, trouble sleeping, fatigue, smoking, mood swings, decreased libido, impaired memory and concentration, headaches, back pain, stomach upset, diarrhea, constipation, repeated infections (due to a weakened immune system)... By identifying these signals your body sends out as the first signs of stress, you become aware of your stress and you can act before it is too late.

Your objective :

• To decrease negative effects of stress on your health
• To prevent exhaustion and serious troubles linked to stress (stomach ulcer, heart troubles, stroke, depression...)
• To thwart harmful health habits : smoking, habitual use of prescription medication such as sleeping aids and anti-depressants, often due to stress.

Stress symptoms are never present all at once in an individual. For some people stress will manifest in a psychosomatic manner (overeating, trouble sleeping, decreased libido...), for others, stress will manifest psychologically (irritability, aggression, anxiety...). It is best to be able to identify your “dominant” stress signals in order to best find the appropriate stress reduction strategy.