What is stress?
Stress is experienced as a result of difficult or challenging circumstances and can be defined as a state of intense emotional strain. Whilst stress can be a fairly normal part of life and something that we can all experience from time-to-time, it is important to recognise when stress levels increase to the point that this becomes debilitating and causes you to experience both emotional and physical exhaustion.
At Aspris Wellbeing Centre in Riyadh, we recognise that seeking appropriate psychiatric or psychological help for your stress is crucial in order to prevent your symptoms from becoming worse. Our highly qualified team can help you to develop techniques for managing your stress, in order to improve your health and wellbeing.
Stress is associated with a number of psychological and physical symptoms.
Psychological symptoms of stress include:
- Panic attacks
- Irritability
- Anger
- Feelings of hopelessness and worthlessness
- Memory impairment
- Social isolation
- Relationship problems
- Lack of interest in activities that you once enjoyed
- Struggling to complete daily tasks
- Inability to concentrate
- Low productivity at work or school
Physical symptoms of stress include:
- Nausea
- Rapid heart rate
- Chest pains
- Headaches
- Fatigue
- Indigestion
- Unconcerned with appearance/personal hygiene
- Frequent, lingering colds
- Sleep disturbances
- Changes in appetite
- Unintended weight loss or gain
What are the long-term effects of stress?
If help is not sought for chronic stress, it can result in a number of long-term consequences. These may include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Substance abuse
- Self-harm
- Exacerbation of symptoms in any other mental health conditions
- Relationship breakdowns
- Job loss and unemployment
- Financial problems
- Decline in physical health
Established stress treatment and counselling in Riyadh
At Aspris Wellbeing Centre in Riyadh, our specialist psychiatrists and psychologists recognise that without comprehensive and bespoke treatment, stress can become a persistent issue, have a negative impact on your health, and can be extremely difficult to cope with.
Treatment at our Riyadh centre is tailored according to individual requirements in order to engender the best possible outcomes for each and every one of our patients. Treatment includes:
- Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) – a form of psychotherapy that encourages individuals to challenge unhealthy thought processes and develop new and healthier ways of viewing their life
- Mindfulness – a form of therapy that equips individuals with the skills to accept and process negative emotions without becoming overwhelmed by them, and to focus on how they feel in the present moment
- 1:1 stress counselling – therapy that takes place between the patient and the most appropriate psychiatrist or psychologist for their needs. This form of therapy allows for an in-depth exploration of issues and unique symptoms
What causes people to become stressed?
Experiencing significant life events can often result in people becoming stressed. These may include:
- Trauma
- Bereavement
- Moving home
- The birth of a child
- Getting married
- Career changes
Experiencing a pressurised work environment is another very common cause of stress, with ‘executive stress’ now recognised as being a serious psychiatric concern. If effective treatment is not sought for executive stress, it can result in an individual experiencing a breakdown or significant burnout at work, which can have far-reaching consequences for their career and family life.
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