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Common signs and symptoms of excessive stress |
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| Cognitive |
Emotional |
Behavioral |
Physical |
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| Confusion |
Anger |
Changes in eating |
Tachycardia |
| Disorientation |
Grief |
Sleep disorders |
Tachypnea |
| Attention deficits |
Depression |
Decreased personal hygiene |
Dizzy spells |
| Difficulty making decisions |
Hopelessness |
Withdrawal from others |
Hypertension |
| Memory loss |
Helplessness |
Prolonged silences |
Excessive sweating |
| Nightmares |
Feeling overwhelmed |
Panic attacks |
Dazed or numb appearance |
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Hammond and Brooks Critical Care 2001 5:315 doi:10.1186/cc1059 |
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