Some Long-term Effects of Stress
Some Long-term Effects of Stress
* Decrease in body's immune system with an increase in colds, flu, and other communicable diseases
* High blood pressure
* Headaches
* Gastrointestinal upsets, diarrhea, ulcers, colitis
* Back injuries, strains, muscle tension, backaches
* Increased problems with skin conditions, allergies, asthma
* Arthritis
* Weight loss or gain
* Sleep problems
* Increased use of tobacco, alcohol, and other drugs
* Psychological difficulties, such as depression, withdrawal, apathy, anger, irritability, hyperexcitability
* Burnout and other work-related problems
* Relationship problems
* Sexual problems
Source: Hartsough D, Myers DG. Disaster Work and Mental Health: Prevention and Control of Stress Among Workers. Bethesda, MD: National Institute of Mental Health; 1987.
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