STRESSORS BASED ON STRONG EMOTIONS & FEARS

Strong emotions and fears are some of the main reasons for stress in many people. The emotions can range from stage fright that affects a lot of people at some point in their lives to phobias which are extreme forms of fear. Many social situations, like parties and get togethers can be a source of stress for people who are otherwise shy and are forced to talk with strangers. These are some of the situations and emotions that could cause stress.

Strong emotions: Angry, lonely, discouraged, enraged, helpless embarrassed, insecure, jealous, ashamed and numerous others (see checklist).

Fear inventory: Nervous, fidgety, stage fright, flying, heights, needles, spiders, blood, darkness, crowds, water (see checklist).

Panic attacks: Sudden, overpowering surge of anxiety for no apparent reason. Person may have severe physiological reactions like a pounding heart and shortness of breath.

Phobias: Any obsessing morbid fear or dread. These may occur as a result of significant childhood events relating to fearful circumstances.

Print out and do the checklist on Strong Emotions.

Print out and do the Fear Inventory Checklist.