Salam, Hi my name is Aulia Maulani Putri.

In this video i’d like to tell

you about How stress affect your body.
First, to discuss about this matters. We need to know
What is Stress?
Stress is the body's reaction to harmful situations -- whether they’re real
or perceived. When you feel threatened, a chemical reaction occurs in
your body that allows you to act in a way to prevent injury. This reaction
is known as "fight-or-flight,” or the stress response. During stress
response, your heart rate increases, breathing quickens, muscles tighten,
and blood pressure rises.

Stress means different things to different people. What causes stress in

one person may be of little concern to another. Some people are better
able to handle stress than others. And, not all stress is bad. In small
doses, stress can help you accomplish tasks and prevent you from
getting hurt. For example, stress is what gets you to slam on the breaks
to avoid hitting the car in front of you. That's a good thing.

Our bodies are designed to handle small doses of stress. But, we are not
equipped to handle long-term, chronic stress without ill consequences.

Stress symptoms may be affecting your health, even though you might
not realize it. You may think illness is to blame for that irritating
headache, your frequent insomnia or your decreased productivity at
work. But stress may actually be the cause.
Common effects of stress
Indeed, stress symptoms can affect your body, your thoughts and
feelings, and your behavior. Being able to recognize common stress
symptoms can help you manage them. Stress that's left unchecked can
contribute to many health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart
disease, obesity and diabetes.
Emotional symptoms of stress include:
  Becoming easily agitated, frustrated, and moody
 Feeling overwhelmed, like you are losing control or need to take control
 Having difficulty relaxing and quieting your mind
 Feeling bad about yourself (low self-esteem), lonely, worthless, and
depressed
 Avoiding others

Physical symptoms of stress include:

 Low energy
 Headaches
 Upset stomach, including diarrhea, constipation, and nausea
 Aches, pains, and tense muscles
 Chest pain and rapid heartbeat
 Insomnia
 Frequent colds and infections
 Loss of sexual desire and/or ability
 Nervousness and shaking, ringing in the ear, cold or sweaty hands and feet
 Dry mouth and difficulty swallowing
 Clenched jaw and grinding teeth

Cognitive symptoms of stress include:

 Constant worrying
 Racing thoughts
 Forgetfulness and disorganization
 Inability to focus
 Poor judgment
 Being pessimistic or seeing only the negative side

Behavioral symptoms of stress include:

 Changes in appetite -- either not eating or eating too much
 Procrastinating and avoiding responsibilities
 Increased use of alcohol, drugs, or cigarettes
 Exhibiting more nervous behaviors, such as nail biting, fidgeting, and pacing
Act to manage stress
If you have stress symptoms, taking steps to manage your stress can
have many health benefits. Explore stress management strategies, such
as:

 Getting regular physical activity

 Practicing relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing,
meditation, yoga, tai chi or massage
 Keeping a sense of humor
 Spending time with family and friends
 Setting aside time for hobbies, such as reading a book or listening
to music
Aim to find active ways to manage your stress. Inactive ways to manage
stress — such as watching television, surfing the internet or playing
video games — may seem relaxing, but they may increase your stress
over the long term.
And be sure to get plenty of sleep and eat a healthy, balanced diet.
Avoid tobacco use, excess caffeine and alcohol, and the use of illegal
substances.
When to seek help
If you're not sure if stress is the cause or if you've taken steps to control
your stress but your symptoms continue, see your doctor. Your
healthcare provider may want to check for other potential causes. Or
consider seeing a professional counselor or therapist, who can help you
identify sources of your stress and learn new coping tools.
Also, get emergency help immediately if you have chest pain, especially
if you also have shortness of breath, jaw or back pain, pain radiating into
your shoulder and arm, sweating, dizziness, or nausea. These may be
warning signs of a heart attack and not simply stress symptoms.
Stress is a part of life. What matters most is how you handle it. The best
thing you can do to prevent stress overload and the health consequences
that come with it is to know your stress symptoms.