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Different Kinds of Stress You Need to Know

by | Jan 16, 2023 | Acupuncture, Health

Stress is a normal part of life. It’s how we deal with stress that determines whether it’s good or bad for us. We can experience acute stress when something unexpected happens, episodic acute stress when we experience repeated instances of acute stress, and chronic stress over a longer period of time. It is important to recognize the type of stress we are experiencing in order to better cope with the challenge we are facing.

Acute Stress

Acute stress is the kind of stress that you feel when you are in danger. It can be positive, negative and short-term or long-term. Acute stressors include physical injury, emotional trauma and sexual assault. Some of the symptoms of acute stress include emotional distress, muscle tension, rapid heartbeat, and raised blood pressure. Some cases are even more serious and can lead to acute stress disorder (ASD) or PTSD.

Acute stress can also cause emotional symptoms like anxiety or depression. It’s always a good idea to identify these emotions as early as possible, so you can get help if necessary and prevent it from worsening in the long run.

Episodic Acute Stress

Episodic Acute Stress (EAS) is a type of stress that occurs episodically, meaning it’s short-lived and has an abrupt onset. EAS is also called “acute” because it’s more intense than chronic stress. It can occur at any time and involve multiple types of stimuli, including physical or emotional events that are unanticipated or difficult to manage. Treating EAS involves an overhaul of one’s lifestyle, since it doesn’t only happen once but repeatedly in a long period of time. 

Episodic acute stress occurs when you frequently experience acute stress many times in an episodic manner, such as anxiety. It involves feeling worry and tension. If left untreated by a professional, it can lead to strained relationships and even self-loathing. If you experience something similar to this in your life, you might want to seek help right away.

Chronic Stress

Chronic stress can be a long-lasting condition that causes your body to react in a certain way, over and over again. It’s the kind of stress you feel when it feels like your life is never going to get better, because it never does. As long as you don’t take steps towards having it checked up by a doctor, it won’t get better. If you prefer ways that are holistic and natural, you may want to give Dr. Cook a call to know more about her stress management techniques at (305) 665-9711.

Chronic stress is caused by various situations or events that happen repeatedly throughout your life and make you feel like there are no options for escape from the situation. If this sounds familiar, then there might be something wrong with your lifestyle, and you may need to take some action. But it’s always difficult to do this alone, so you might want to consider assistance from an expert in the field.

The Importance of Recognizing

It is important to recognize the type of stress you are experiencing in order to better cope with the challenge you are facing. If you are experiencing chronic stress, it is important to seek help from a professional or someone who can help guide your decision-making process. If an individual experiences episodic acute stress, they may benefit from learning how to manage their emotions and thoughts during challenging situations.

Conclusion

As you can see, the three kinds of stress are very different from one another in terms of their impacts on your body and mind. However, they all have one thing in common: They are all stressful. That’s why it’s important to understand how each kind impacts your health. Now that you know what stress is and how it manifests itself in different ways, hopefully now you can take steps to reduce the negative effects of stress on your health and well-being. 

Dr. Carolyn Cook has been helping people with different types of stress with her expertise in stress management. Her ways are also all natural and organic, so you don’t have to worry about all the synthetic drugs being prescribed in allopathic medicine. If you want to know more about stress management and what Miami Herbs offers, you may give us a call at (305) 665-9711.

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