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Stress is a natural physiological response of the body to new or demanding situations \u2014 whether pleasant or unpleasant. It helps us adapt, but when it becomes too intense or lasts too long, it can turn into <\/span>chronic stress<\/b>, posing a serious threat to our physical and mental health. The fast pace of modern life exposes more and more adults to chronic stress, anxiety, and mental fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n

Your body reacts to stress in several stages:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Energy mobilization:<\/b> The body releases adrenaline; the heart beats faster, and breathing quickens.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Use of energy reserves:<\/b> If stress persists, the body draws on its reserves, leading to fatigue, anxiety, memory lapses, and greater vulnerability to illness. You may also feel tempted to consume more coffee, tobacco, or alcohol.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Energy depletion:<\/b> Without intervention, the body becomes exhausted. This can manifest as insomnia, poor judgment, personality changes, and even serious illnesses such as heart or mental disorders.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/section>\r\n \n\n\n
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    The signs of chronic stress vary and can affect multiple aspects of life:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Physical:<\/b> headaches, muscle tension, gastrointestinal problems, significant sleep difficulties, marked fatigue, exhaustion, or changes in appetite and weight.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Psychological and emotional:<\/b> irritability, sadness or guilt, persistent worry, feeling overwhelmed, pessimism, loss of interest or pleasure.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Behavioral:<\/b> difficulty concentrating or making decisions, excessive nervousness, social withdrawal, frequent crying, aggression, or increased use of alcohol, drugs, or medication.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Stress is a universal experience. Whether you\u2019re a parent, young adult, or professional, you may be affected:<\/span><\/p>\n

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      • Parents:<\/b> Children and teens can also experience stress and anxiety, which may affect their sleep, eating habits, relationships, and daily activities. A child can even absorb their parents\u2019 stress.<\/span>\n

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      • Young adults:<\/b> In Quebec in 2021, <\/span>26.7% of 18\u201334-year-olds<\/b> reported feeling quite or highly stressed, according to Statistics Canada. This period is often associated with concerns about studies, the future, social connections, and integration.<\/span><\/li>\n
      • Professionals:<\/b> Adults face increasing challenges. The proportion of people experiencing high stress peaks among <\/span>those aged 35\u201349 (38.9% of women and 26.4% of men in Quebec, 2021),<\/b> according to Statistics Canada.<\/span>
        \n<\/span>Intense stress can cause biochemical changes that weaken the immune system, making the body more susceptible to heart, intestinal, or mental illnesses. It can also complicate diabetes management and is a known risk factor for substance abuse.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n <\/div>\n \n <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n