Using Social Support Beat Stress

Stress is a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances. Stress touches all social groups and all age categories, no one can truly escape it. However, some people are more deeply affected by its consequences, depending on their personal, psychosocial, professional and health background. Stress is a problem that infiltrates our society in countless ways. It manifests itself at the office, at home and in our relationships with others, and it can also affect our loved ones. We should all take the time to re-evaluate our stress level for the well-being of our society and ourselves. Having close friends and family has far-reaching benefits for your health. Here's how to build and maintain these essential relationships.