Sometimes, we know exactly what anxiety or depression looks like, even when we can’t quite articulate it with words. Often, though, signs of overwhelm are not as direct and can initially present in other ways.
This section will explore different manifestations of unmanageable stress and psychological overwhelm. Every human being is susceptible to the physiological responses of stress; identifying with any of the following doesn’t mean you are crazy, but may signal that the use of stress management coping strategies would benefit you.