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Some stress is helpful particularly in situations where you need to be alert and active; for example, in a demanding role or situation.  If you have multiple stressors, or you are stressed for a long period of time, you may experience some of the following symptoms:

• Anger and irritability
• Worrying and anxious thoughts
• Poor memory or concentration
• Feeling overwhelmed
• Physical symptoms: e.g. nausea, rapid heartbeat, headaches, insomnia, lack of appetite, lack of sex drive
• Withdrawal 

If these symptoms are left unchecked they can lead to longer-term, serious issues such as anxiety, depression and physical health problems.  

What is the difference between stress and burnout?

Stress and burnout are cousins, so to speak.  They are inter-related but the main difference is that stress is normally a short-term response to stressors, whilst burnout is a chronic condition due to long-term stress.  

Some symptoms of burnout may include:

• Physical and emotional exhaustion - fatigue, overwhelm
• Reduced productivity - difficulty concentrating
• Conflict in interpersonal relationships
• Physical issues: headaches, sleep disturbances, stomach issues
• Detachment - leading to time off work, less time for family/friends/hobbies
• Negative self-perception - low self-esteem, self-doubt, feeling ineffective

Please note:  If you are having suicidal thoughts it is very important you seek the help you need.  Bee Yourself Counselling is not a Crisis Service.  If you are having suicidal thoughts please contact triple-0, Suicide Call Back Service or Lifeline.

Suicide Call Back Service: 

https://www.suicidecallbackservice.org.au/phone-and-online-counselling/

Lifeline:

https://www.lifeline.org.au/