Everyone can relate to feeling stressed from time to time. It’s part of being a human.
Stress is a normal response when there’s a perceived threat to survival or your way of life. Though your body’s natural response to stress — wanting to run away from it or fight it — isn’t usually an option.
Stress isn’t always negative. Major life events like moving, starting a new job, or having a baby can cause stress too.
When stress is ongoing, it can start to affect your well-being. Stress can cause a variety of symptoms, including headaches, tension, sleep difficulty, and mood changes. Long-term stress can lead to depression and cause physical symptoms.
It’s impossible to avoid stress altogether, but you can find ways to better respond to stress. When you live with multiple sclerosis (MS), finding ways to manage your stress is an important part of managing your condition.
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