Stress Resources

Stress (including work-related stress) is the body’s physical, mental, and emotional response to demands or pressures—whether from work, personal life, or other challenges—that require adjustment or coping.

Key points:

Work-related stress arises from factors like heavy workloads, tight deadlines, conflicts with colleagues, lack of control, or job insecurity.
Stress can be acute (short-term, like a project deadline) or chronic (ongoing pressures at work or home).
Mild stress can motivate performance, but prolonged stress can harm mental, emotional, and physical health, reducing productivity and well-being.

Some may experience psychological symptoms such as:

Anxiety, worry, or feeling overwhelmed
Irritability, mood swings, or frustration
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Feeling restless, tense, or “on edge”
Low motivation or decreased job satisfaction
Feeling insufficient or incapable

Some may experience physical symptoms such as:

Headaches or migraines
Muscle tension or back/neck pain
Fatigue or low energy
Sleep disturbances – insomnia or restless sleep
Digestive problems – nausea, upset stomach, or changes in appetite
Increased heart rate, palpitations, or high blood pressure

When should you seek help with stress?

If you are experiencing extreme symptoms (either physical, psychological or both), prolonged or long lasting symptoms, behavioural changes or symptoms are getting in the way of normal daily functioning, it may be time to seek help with your stress.

Below, you’ll find a variety of resources that may help support you with your stress. Please take a moment to explore them.