Sources of stress
It's impossible to live life without stress. Even if you were stranded on a desert island, you'd still have the problems of making sure you've enough food and water. Stress is ever present although some events, even happy ones such as a wedding, are more likely to produce 'too much' stress.
- Nerve wracking situations such as sitting exams, coursework deadlines, a driving test
- Financial worries
- Retirement
- Redundancy
- Menopause
- Lack of sleep or tiredness
- Illness or death in the family
- Problems fitting in at school, college or the workplace
- Feeling awkward in social situations
- Divorce or relationship problems
- Pressure at work
- Big events - weddings, a new baby, a new job
- Disputes with a friend, neighbours or colleagues
