November 5, 2025 is International Stress Awareness Day. The goal to help you learn more about stress and it’s impact on your mental and physical health.

Mental Health Impact

Experiencing stress or anxiety for long periods of time can lead to feelings of depression and anger. These emotions can lead to impulsive decisions you later regret making. Anger and impulsive decisions can lead to a loss of your social circle.

Physical Health Impact

Long term stress can lead to difficulty sleeping. Lack of sleep can lead to heart problems and muscle pains. Chronic stress can cause decreased immune systems and getting sick.

Conclusion

Stress can lead to a lot of problems. Using coping skills to manage your stress can reduce the potential harm to your health. Seeking counseling can help accomplish your goals of stress regulation if you need additional support.