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Old Feb 25, 2014, 09:27 AM
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G'day I'm from Australia and new to this site.

I'm going to post the most common reactions to stress - if you can relate to a fair few of the reactions listed, there's a good chance you are going through stress right now.
I'm not qualified in any fields - this list was given to me by Country Fire Services Peer Suppurt Officers. (Councilors)

Knowing

Reduced Concentration
Difficulty Making Decisions
Forgetfulness
Inability to Think Strait
Distressing Dreams
Flash Backs

Emotional
Guilty
Anxiety
Fear
Grief
Shock
Anger Wanting to Die
Feeling Isolated
Feeling Hopeless
Depression

Behavioral
Changes to usual Behavior
Irritability
Crying
Agitation
Withdrawing from others
Increased Substance Intake -
Alcohol,caffeine sugar.
Excessive Humor or Silence
Increased or Decreased Eating

Physical
Nausea, Vomiting
Upset Stomach
Rapid Heart Rate
Muscle Aches
Sleeping Difficulties
Early Waking
Difficulty Going To Sleep
Waking Up Intermittently Intermittently
Fatigue
Headaches

There you have it - write down what you can relate to and talk to your G.P for a recommendation