- It is not particularly delicate people who suffer from fatigue syndrome. On the contrary, many times those who have endured the most and done the most without getting a proper recovery get sick, says Marie Åsberg, professor emeritus of psychiatry at the Karolinska Institute.
The body's warning signals can be sleep disturbances, mood swings, pain in the body, stomach problems or recurring infections.
In order for stress not to develop into a serious illness, rest and recovery is needed. Here are some things you can do yourself to reduce stress:
• Sleep. The most effective rest is sleep, so it is important to prioritize sleep and create good conditions for being able to sleep.
• Moments of recovery. Recovery during the day is also important. It can be a walk, workout or hanging laundry. It is important to create moments when you do not need to perform.
• Physical activity. Moving on helps the body cope with stress.
• Put away the cell phone. For many, it is stressful to be constantly available, to put away your mobile phone or create rules around when to be available can help.
• Ask for help. Most people state the job as the biggest stress factor. Make alarms at work if you feel you need help prioritizing.
• Interaction with others. We feel good about socializing, although it is easy to prioritize away when you are tired or stressed. The body's protection against stress is enhanced by social coexistence.
If you feel ill, you can also seek help at the health center, student health care, youth reception and occupational health care.
Source: Stress Research Institute, Care Guide