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November 2003
Top ten tips to beat stress

Students, Joe and Simon are stressed about money

Are you stressed out?
Learn how to read the warning signs and find out how to cope with our top tips.

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National Stress Awareness Day
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National Stress Awareness Day is organised by the International Stress Management Association.

According to a survey in October 2003, 70% of people say they're suffering from stress.

The survey also reveals that the younger you are, the more likely you are to suffer from stress.

Here are the figures: 88% of 25 - 35 year olds
83% of 35 - 44 year olds
81% 45 - 54 year olds

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Warning signs
Some of the most common signs of stress are:
mood swings, anxiety, skin problems, tiredness, muscle tension, poor concentration, changes in sleep/ eating patterns, low self esteem and poor memory.

If you are showing any of these signs, read our stress-busters.

Top ten tips to beat stress

Listener and learn
Find a good listener and talk to them.

Take a break
Take a break when things are getting on top of you.

Be healthy
Avoid cigarettes, alcohol, coffee and tranquillisers.

Get fit
Exercise

Learn how to relax
Practise relaxation techniques daily.

Be honest
If you feel ill, don't pretend you're not.

ZZZZzzzzzz
Make sure you rest and get enough sleep

Chill out
Don't be too argumentative

Be realistic
Accept what you cannot change

Good organisation skills
Learn how to manage your time and how to say no.