Symptoms of stress can display themselves in a number of ways. Stress and mental health challenges can impact our behaviour, mood, and performance at work.
Often when we’re stressed, we might experience:
- Insomnia or difficulty sleeping
- Changes in diet (overeating, eating unhealthy foods, or not eating enough)
- A tendency to drink more alcohol than usual
- Difficulty managing time or keeping schedules
- A short temper with work colleagues, friends or family
- Headaches
- Frequent mood changes
To combat this, it’s important to first consider the aspects of your life that are causing you stress. If you believe your stress is work-related, try to pinpoint exactly what it is about your work that is elevating your stress levels. Only then you can speak openly with your manager and seek an appropriate solution.
