This document discusses stress, its causes, and effects. It defines stress as the body and mind's reaction to everyday demands and threats. Both short-term and long-term stressors are examined. Short-term stressors prepare the body to fight or flee but long-term stressors occur when this response is continuously suppressed, leading to health issues. Common stressors include financial problems, relationship issues, major life changes like marriage or job changes, and job-related factors. The goal is to learn to manage stress rather than eliminate it entirely.