how to treat Stress problem

Treatment of Stress

 77% of India's Population Suffers from a Secret Disease: Stress

It's alarming but true: 77% of India's population is suffering from a condition that often goes unnoticed. This means that 3 out of every 4 Indians are affected by stress, which is increasingly leading to issues like blood pressure, diabetes, and even heart attacks at a young age. Stress, or tension disorder, is becoming a significant health concern.

The Future Impact of Stress

In the next 20 years, stress is projected to become the leading cause of death in India. Even those with active lifestyles are not immune. For instance, Nitin Kamat from Zerodha recently suffered a minor stroke, potentially due to exhaustion, dehydration, and poor sleep.

Personal Examples

Stress impacts people of all ages. At 28, my friend’s hair turned completely white due to stress. At 32, a college senior requires insulin injections, with doctors citing stress as a contributing factor. Post-pandemic, we've seen a surge in high blood pressure, heart attacks, and early cancer cases.

Preventive Healthcare with Apollo ProHealth

We need to prioritize health to avoid becoming another statistic. If you overthink at night and wake up feeling despair, this information is for you. This discussion will cover why stress occurs, its effects on the body, and effective techniques to reduce tension.

Understanding Stress

Stress was historically beneficial for human survival, triggering the amygdala and the fight-or-flight response to threats like wild animals. Today, however, the brain often cannot distinguish between real and perceived threats, leading to chronic stress from modern-day worries such as job layoffs, exams, and financial issues.

Physical Impact of Stress

Modern stress has become a disease with serious physical consequences. Research indicates that stressful environments and social isolation can lead to heart attacks or strokes. Stress can increase the risk of heart attacks by 40-50%. High-profile deaths during the pandemic highlighted the severe impact of stress on even seemingly healthy individuals.

1. Heart Health: Stress increases the risk of heart attacks and strokes.
2. Immune System: Stress weakens the immune system, exacerbating diseases like AIDS.
3. Weight: Chronic stress can lead to weight gain and unhealthy eating habits.
4. Hair Health: Stress can cause premature greying and damage hair follicles.
5. Sexual Health: Stress affects menstrual cycles in women and can cause erectile dysfunction and lower libido in men.

How to Control Stress

To manage stress effectively, recognize early warning signs. For example, body odor from stress-induced sweat can be a signal. Use the 10-10-10 rule: ask if a current stressor will matter in 10 minutes, 10 months, or 10 years. This helps put stressors into perspective.

Practical Steps

1. Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR): Tense and then relax each muscle group, starting from your toes and moving upwards.
2. Meditation and Exercise: Regular practice helps manage mental and physical stress.
3. Preventive Health Checkups: Regular assessments can detect early signs of stress-related health issues.

Conclusion

The solutions to managing stress are simple but require consistent effort. Focus on becoming 1% better each day. Don’t let a lion of stress dominate your mind. Remember, as a wise person once said, "Don’t take tension, give tension". Share this crucial message and make a difference in your life and others.

For more detailed information, check out the links in our YouTube video description. Stay informed, stay healthy, and embrace preventive healthcare with Apollo ProHealth.