What Is Chronic Stress?
5. What Are the Psychological Effects of Chronic Stress?
If you experience chronic stress, you may also suffer from insomnia. When your mind can’t slow down, it makes sense that it’s harder to get to sleep. If your busy schedule or a tedious job is the source of your stress, you may also experience burnout.
If left unchecked, chronic stress can lead to more serious psychological issues. Depression and anxiety are common diagnoses for people whose stress management is out of control. It can also register as a trauma, causing PTSD. Some people even develop schizophrenia.
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