How can you tell if you are over-stressed?

Some common signs of too much stress

There are several signs of stress overload. Symptoms can be divided into physical and behavioral indicators. Review the following checklist to determine if you are experiencing any of these symptoms. Should you find that many of these symptoms describe your current state, you are indeed stressed!

PHYSICAL

Headaches
Fatigue
Gastrointestinal problems
Inability to focus/Lack of concentration
Sexual problems
Sleep disturbances
Hypertension (high blood pressure)
Sweating palms/Shaking hands
Anxiety
Heart problems (tachycardia, palpitations)

BEHAVIORAL

Irritability
Disruptive eating patterns (over eat or under eat)
Harsh treatment of others
Increased smoking or alcohol consumption
Isolation
Compulsive shopping
Difficulty in communication

To learn some common techniques for getting a handle on your high levels of stress, go here.