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Interviewing an expert is beneficial as it allows access to first-hand and reliable information through an in-depth conversation. Hence, having an interview with Ms Lauralynn is definitely a valuable experience to gain insight into the topic of how stress affects teenagers. Meet Ms Lauralynn L. Stefureak Ms Lauralynn graduated from the University of Alberta in Canada. She joined the Swedish International Development Agency for Conflict Resolution Training. She is awarded the International Baccalaureate and the Malaysia Mental Health Association certificates. Ms Lauralynn is also a certified counsellor. Key topics: Common Mental Illnesses in Teens Self-doubt & Teens Reflection @Passing Time Common Signs & Impacts of Stress on Teens Suggestions for Coping Stress for Teens     1.      Common Mental Illnesses in Teens Stress, family pressure and issues with body positivity are the most common mental illnesses that teenagers are facing nowadays. Receiving bad...

Why do we get irritated easily, even with the tiniest problem, like dropping a pen? It’s easy to have negativity ruin our day. As you can see, not everyone faces stress the same way, and it could never be compared with one another. However, it is important to understand how stress affects individuals differently. And understanding how our body responds to stress may help prevent the pre-existing symptoms from worsening. Key topics: Common Symptoms of Stress Impacts of Stress Stress can harm our mental health Stress can trigger high blood pressure Stress can harm relationship Stress can lead to poor performance Stress can lead to drug abuse When you are stressed, you might feel: Common Symptoms of Stress Irritation: difficulty controlling anger, feeling annoyed, aggression. Changes in appetite: overeating (weight gain), loss of appetite (weight loss). Fatigue: overwhelming tiredness, exhaustion, restlessness. Sleeping disorders (insomnia): trouble falling asleep, sleep disturbance, ...

Studying the human mind not only enables us to understand how we think, feel and act in certain ways, but it also allows us to address psychological disorders, such as understanding the symptoms and the impact they have on the individual and society. Everyone has mental health. It can be categorised in 2 directions, positive or negative. A positive mind benefits us with a healthy and comfortable lifestyle. On the other hand, with a negative mind, things could become worse if we do not intend to strive to take care of our mental and physical health……just like a ball of snow rolling down the hill. According to the WHO, a great number of people have reported psychological distress and symptoms of depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress. And there have been worrying signs of more widespread suicidal thoughts and behaviours. Keep reading to gain insight! Key topics: What is Stress? Definition of stress Why do we feel stressed? Common causes of stress What is Stress? Stress is a natura...

Thank you for your visit! I hope you find what you're looking for and that you enjoy your stay. This is the first blog post ever created by myself and would like to share some experiences and advice regarding stress. Stay safe!