Managing Stress is Important to Your Health

Date: 04/19/24

Many things in your life can cause anxiety and stress. Anxiety is a feeling of fear or worry that takes over your daily life. High levels of stress can affect your health.

• Anxiety and stress may cause:
• Low energy levels
• Trouble sleeping
• Increase in alcohol or tobacco use
• Bad temper
• Headaches
• Constant worry

If you feel like your stress has taken over your life, it is time to get help. Getting help is an important step to managing stress. Your primary care provider can help you find out if you need professional help with your anxiety. There are many options when it comes to your mental health needs. You can:

Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. Resources are available to help support you and your family. Peach State Health Plan can help you find local resources. Contact us at pshp.com or tel (TDD/TYY 1-800-255-0056).