Stress and burnout are two distinct problems that affect millions of people every day. If you continuously have high stress levels, you risk burning out. It can cause emotional exhaustion, feeling used up or depleted, and can increase your risk of substance abuse. The American Psychological Association (APA) has found that 76% of adults will experience adverse health effects due to high stress levels.
The Right Step welcomes Texas residents struggling with high stress levels and at risk of burning out. Our anxiety treatment program can treat stress and burnout through behavioral therapy and medication to ease any addiction withdrawals and cravings. Work alongside a skilled therapist through a combination of group and private sessions designed to help you effectively manage stress, prevent burnout, and address challenges like substance abuse and other mental health concerns.
The connection between stress and burnout
Stress is the body’s reaction to work-related or personal stress, which can cause several physical and psychological symptoms. Physically, it can cause headaches, stomach issues, muscle tension, heart disease, diabetes, and a weakened immune system. Psychologically, it can cause depression, anxiety, insomnia, and cognitive impairment.
Burnout is a direct result of continuous stress and can lead to serious health risks. It can make simple tasks seem impossible, cause you to miss deadlines, and cause other problems at work and at home.
If you feel like you are dealing with high stress, there is a direct connection between stress and burnout that you should be familiar with. Stress can lead to several contributing factors to burning out. These include:
- Excessive work demands
- A lack of control over work tasks
- Negative interpersonal interactions
- A lack of support
- A poor work-life balance
All these things can contribute to burnout and make life more difficult. Burnout from too much stress can cause a decline in physical and mental well-being. Symptoms of burnout include persistent fatigue, emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and failure to meet work deadlines.
The importance of managing stress
Managing stress is essential for your physical and emotional health. Those who don’t manage stress well will experience poor health, relationship problems, and problems making decisions. Managing stress levels can ease the negative effects of stress and reduce the risk of burning out.
Physical health
Managing stress levels can improve your physical health and keep you from developing chronic diseases. High stress levels can contribute to heart disease, high blood pressure, and obesity. It can improve your immune system and sleep patterns, and ease muscle tension. Some physical practices that can reduce stress levels include:
- Deep breathing exercises
- Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR)
- Starting an exercise program
- Going for a walk or a hike
- Practicing yoga, tai chi, or qigong
Mental and emotional health
One of the important reasons for managing stress is that it can cause severe mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and psychosis. During your treatment program, you will learn healthy ways to reduce the risk of developing these conditions, improve your mood, increase focus and concentration, and enhance your decision-making abilities.
Relationship health
High stress can strain relationships, often leading to breakups or even divorce if left unaddressed. You can strengthen your bond with your partner and enhance communication by seeking support. Developing relationship skills fosters greater patience, empathy, and emotional regulation, laying the foundation for a healthier, more connected partnership.
Productivity and performance
Another important reason to manage stress levels is to increase your productivity and performance at work. This will improve how you work, strengthen your relationships with co-workers, and boost your chances of earning a promotion and a raise.
Enroll in anxiety treatment today at The Right Step
The Right Step is a full-service addiction and mental health treatment center that works with Texans who are having trouble managing stress. When you visit one of our locations, we will run a complete health assessment to determine the best way to treat stress, anger, and other controllable emotions. We have inpatient and outpatient treatment programs that utilize the top therapeutic methods and are very effective in reducing stress and teaching you how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
For more information about controlling your stress and avoiding burnout, fill out our online form or call 17135283709 today to schedule a consultation.
