Stress: The never-ending challenge of life

Are you experiencing stress?

Everyone experiences stress at some point in their lives. You may feel stressed about your studies or work. Maybe you have experienced a distressing event, such as a disease, natural disaster or an act of violence. It could also be that you are going through a life change, such as getting a new job, getting married, or moving to a new house.

Stress is an inevitable part of life. You cannot avoid stress, but you can take steps to manage it. Yet, what is stress? How does it impact our lives? Managing stress can be challenging if you don’t know how it works.

What will you learn?

You will learn about the basics of stress.

How long will this take?

3-minute reading of an article, a 5-minute self-quiz and 3 minutes of reflection.

What will you accomplish?

You will gain a basic understanding of how stress works and your stress levels.