What stress tension feels like?

Emotional symptoms of stress include: Becoming easily agitated, frustrated, and moody. Feeling overwhelmed, like you are losing control or need to take control. Having difficulty relaxing and quieting your mind.

Is tension and anxiety same?

Anxiety leads to a nearly identical set of symptoms as stress: insomnia, difficulty concentrating, fatigue, muscle tension, and irritability. Both mild stress and mild anxiety respond well to similar coping mechanisms.

What is the difference between tension and stress?

What is Tension? Psychological tension is similar to a state of stress, though people experiencing tension tend to describe feelings of tightness, overwhelming anxiety, and uncertainty. Tension can be an individual phenomenon, such as when a person is so overwhelmed at work that he/she feels tension.

What are the four major warning signs of stress?

What happens to the body during stress?

• Aches and pains.
• Chest pain or a feeling like your heart is racing.
• Exhaustion or trouble sleeping.
• Headaches, dizziness or shaking.
• High blood pressure.
• Muscle tension or jaw clenching.
• Stomach or digestive problems.
• Trouble having sex.

Which of the following is a common symptom of depression?

Feelings of sadness, tearfulness, emptiness or hopelessness. Angry outbursts, irritability or frustration, even over small matters. Loss of interest or pleasure in most or all normal activities, such as sex, hobbies or sports. Sleep disturbances, including insomnia or sleeping too much.

What are the causes of tension?

Tension headache

• Physical or emotional stress.
• Alcohol use.
• Caffeine (too much or withdrawal)
• Colds, the flu, or a sinus infection.
• Dental problems such as jaw clenching or teeth grinding.
• Eye strain.
• Excessive smoking.
• Fatigue or overexertion.