Persistent tiredness can indicate stress as your body expends extra energy in response to perceived threats or pressures.
Stress can cause tension headaches or migraines due to muscle tension and changes in blood flow.
Stress triggers the body's "fight or flight" response, leading to muscle tightness, especially in the neck, shoulders, and back.
Stress can affect digestion by altering gut function and increasing sensitivity, leading to symptoms like stomachaches, diarrhea, or constipation.
Stress hormones like cortisol disrupt sleep patterns, making it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep, despite feeling tired.
Stress hormones can influence appetite, leading to overeating or undereating as a coping mechanism.
Heightened stress levels can lower tolerance levels, leading to irritability, mood swings, and feeling easily overwhelmed.
Stress can impair cognitive function, making it hard to focus, make decisions, or remember things clearly.