At what point does stress become unhealthy? We tend to think of stress as becoming unhealthy when we are no longer coping well, when we are becoming dysregulated, and when it is negatively impacting us and our daily functioning. When stress and anxiety have outweighed our resources, we have begun to experience unhealthy stress, and unhealthy stress needs to be addressed. Remember the Cornell University graphic that was shared here last month - that as we increase stress past peak performance, we move into imbalance and performance breaks down. When we or people we care about experience that overload, what can be done? Last month, we explored boosting our strengths and coping skills, and that is always good practice. However, if the stress continues to feel overwhelming and insurmountable, it can be helpful to add additional resources. The good news is that resources abound. There are numerous apps and online supports available to help with stress management, and many can be accessed at low or no cost. Just a few links are provided here:
Should we need them, professional supports are also available in our community. If you or someone you care about is struggling with overwhelming stress or anxiety, professionals can be found that can offer help and support. Treatment is possible and accessible. Possible professionals that can offer support include but are not limited to:
If you need help finding a resource, please consider contacting your family doctor or call the counseling office anytime. Comments are closed.
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