What Causes All of This Stress?

By Kimber Weckel L.M.S.W.

In this article, we will explore what stress is and what causes it. In the next, you will learn how to manage the stress in your life and protect yourself against it.

Stress Is a Response

Most experts define stress as a response to life situations like the following:

1. Having too many responsibilities
2. Vague or confusing expectations
3. Having to do unpleasant tasks
4. Facing too many distractions
5. Having to do tasks for which one is unprepared
6. Working with difficult people
7. Being sick, lack of exercise, poor nutrition, lack of sleep
8. Experiencing too many changes
9. Living or working in a crowded space
10. Not enough time to relax
11. Being dissatisfied with your physical appearance
12. Abusing drugs or alcohol, or being close to someone who abuses them