Healthy stress is what keeps us alert, engaged, motivated and sometimes keeps us aware of our surroundings. Stress becomes unhealthy when it is maintained over long periods of time without release. In that state the “fight or flight” response is activated and the person can feel overworked. This can cause people to become distressed which is physically and emotionally damaging to the body.This can cause an upset stomach, depression, headaches or anxiety. Stress can also be unhealthy if compulsive behaviors are used to try and reduce stress. Examples of compulsive behaviors can be excessive use of the internet or things such as drugs. Let's strive for healthy stress only. Look at methods to reduce stress for help with unhealthy.
