Any change in your life can lead to stress. This includes even
pleasurable activities, such as vacations or new forms of
recreation. You can also be in a stressful situation such as a
difficult job or a long-term illness of a spouse. If you think
you might be experiencing stress, this assessment may help you
identify its effects on you. You probably know some of the
common signs of stress. They include a pounding heart, sweaty
palms, and feeling anxious. But you may respond to stress in
many other ways too, from feeling irritable to driving
recklessly. Recognizing how you react to stress is an important
step toward managing it. Everyone responds to stress
differently. This assessment will help you identify your
particular stress profile. Listed below are the kinds of
physical, mental, and emotional responses people may have to
stress—some of which you may not have considered before. Review
these lists and think about which reactions apply to you when
you’re under stress. Check all the reactions you have exper