When Should You Get Professional Help for Stress? Find Out! Mindfulness

Did you know that the mind and body are closely linked together? Physical illness can lead to psychological effects like:

• demoralization
• anxiety
• depression

Also, psychological stress can lead to physical symptoms like:

• chest pain
• headaches
• bowel changes
• flare-ups of eczema
• flare-ups of asthma
• even heart disease

A well mind helps to maintain physical health. Yet, it is normal to feel under stress at times in life. When should you seek professional help from a counselor or doctor? Consider getting help if your psychological stress is:

• prolonged
• very distressing
• disabling (affects relationships, work, study)
• you have limited support
• is causing other issues (gambling, drinking excessively, physical illness) 
• you feel suicidal

Help is only a call away.