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Stress has become a common thing in today's busy life. Work load, family responsibilities and financial worries – all these can become major causes of stress. Stress not only affects our mental health but can also have a bad effect on our physical health.
Excessive stress can lead to serious diseases like heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and depression. Therefore, we must understand our stress level and take necessary steps to reduce it.
You can use several methods to find out your stress level, including consulting a doctor, practicing meditation and yoga, and learning stress control techniques. Below is a simple test that can help you find out how stressed you are in just 2 minutes.
Examination
How have you felt during the last 24 hours?
(a) Being calm and happy most of the time
(B) somewhat stressed and worried
(c) very stressed and worried
How often have you felt angry, irritable, or frustrated in the past 24 hours?
(Never
(b) A few times
(c) Many times
How often have you experienced sleep disruptions in the past 24 hours?
(Never
(b) some time
(c) Many times
How often have you felt tired or had low energy in the past 24 hours?
(Never
(b) A few times
(c) Many times
In the past 24 hours, how often have you experienced difficulty concentrating or making decisions?
(Never
(b) A few times
(c) Many times
Marking
(A) 1 mark
(B) 2 marks
(c) 3 marks
Result
5 to 8 points: Your stress level is low.
9 to 12 points: Your stress level is moderate.
13 to 15 points: Your stress level is high.
If your stress level is moderate or high, it is important to talk to your doctor and learn stress control techniques.
Tips to manage stress
* Exercise regularly.
* Enough Sleep.
* Eat a healthy diet.
* Practice meditation or yoga.
* Use deep breathing techniques.
* Spend time with your loved ones.
* Enjoy your hobbies.
* Seek professional help if necessary