5.4 Common Stressors
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Below are some of the most common sources of stress individuals face today. Click on the cards to reveal an example for each one.
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- Major life changes: Events like starting a new program at school, divorce, job transitions, moving, or the birth of a child.
- Work or academic pressure: Tight deadlines, heavy workloads, and performance expectations (amplified by procrastination).
- Financial strains: Debt, unexpected expenses, or job insecurity.
- Relationship conflicts: Interpersonal disagreements, family tensions, or loneliness.
- Health concerns: Chronic illnesses or caring for a loved one with a health condition involves additional emotional and logistical challenges.
- Environmental factors: Noise pollution, crowding, and unsafe living conditions.
- Internal pressure: Negative self-talk, perfectionism, and unrealistic expectations.
- Technology overload: Constant connectivity, social media comparisons, and the pressure to be “always on.”
