Q: Who does stress affect?
Stress simply refers to the things that could cause us anxiety, which, for most people, would be a long list.
Stress can motivate us. The body deals with stress by initiating the 'fight or flight' reaction: adrenaline is released, our muscles become tense and our focus narrows to the task in hand. If this reaction is short-lived and can be channelled positively it is a good thing and can help us to achieve goals.
But if this reaction to stress continues, without finding an outlet or resolution, then it becomes damaging.
Stress is a problem when it becomes unmanageable, which is relevant for young people who may not have learned techniques for dealing with stressful situations.
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