When you don't deal with stress in a healthy way, it can build up and start to negatively impact your life. You may find it harder to cope with everyday responsibilities. Fortunately, help is available from 5 hotlines in Trinidad and Tobago. Stress can look like:

Irritable, angry, and impatient.
Dry mouth and trouble swallowing anything.
Sleep disturbances; sleeping excessively or not sleeping at all.
Rapid heartbeat and chest pain.
Headaches or dizziness.
Excessive sweating in the hands.
Procrastinating or avoiding responsibilities.
Pulling back from your loved ones.

Being stressed out can make you feel on edge. This is the body's normal response to extreme pressure – whether real or perceived. It's important to manage stress so that it doesn't grow. Chronic stress can make it hard to cope with everyday demands, but it can be managed and reduced.

It's not always easy to admit that you need extra support, but everyone needs help sometimes. That's why there are hotlines available in Trinidad and Tobago who help people who are overwhelmed with stress. It can be a huge relief to share your feelings with someone who cares and wants to understand what you're going through.

For free and confidential support with stress, consider contacting a hotline in Trinidad and Tobago today.