How can you tell if someone is suffering from stress?

How can you tell if someone is suffering from stress?

Physical symptoms of stress include:

1. Low energy.
2. Headaches.
3. Upset stomach, including diarrhea, constipation, and nausea.
4. Aches, pains, and tense muscles.
5. Chest pain and rapid heartbeat.
6. Insomnia.
7. Frequent colds and infections.
8. Loss of sexual desire and/or ability.

How do you calm down a stressed friend?

Encourage them to take a deep breath, which reduces anxiety—breathing deeply activates the parasympathetic nervous system, which balances out the sympathetic nervous system and works to calm us down. Ask them to take 5 to 10 deep breaths, or try walking them through a breathing exercise.

How do you help a friend who is overwhelmed?

Listen.

1. Calm down. Take a few deep breaths.
2. Remove distractions. Turn off the phone and TV and focus.
3. Let go of your need to talk or “one up” or swap stories. Just listen quietly.
4. Ask good questions. “Why…” “How did that feel?”
5. Reflect: “So what I hear you saying is…
6. Assure: Don’t try to fix it at this point.

What are some calming techniques?

Here are some helpful, actionable tips you can try the next time you need to calm down.

• Breathe.
• Admit that you’re anxious or angry.
• Challenge your thoughts.
• Release the anxiety or anger.
• Visualize yourself calm.
• Think it through.
• Listen to music.
• Change your focus.

How do you make a stressful person feel better?

16 Simple Ways to Relieve Stress and Anxiety

1. Exercise. Exercise is one of the most important things you can do to combat stress.
2. Consider supplements. Several supplements promote stress and anxiety reduction.
3. Light a candle.
4. Reduce your caffeine intake.
5. Write it down.
6. Chew gum.
7. Spend time with friends and family.
8. Laugh.