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May 12, 2023

Vitalia Senior Residences at Westlake Explores Stress and Anxiety Management

Category: Senior Living

Author: Jessica Cook, Director of Wellness

Each day we go through our lives making decisions, worrying about the future, or maybe having concern about our health. It is only natural that we experience both stress and anxiety in some form at some level. Stress is defined as any demand placed on your brain or physical body, while anxiety is specified as fear, worry, or unease. Although defined differently, they are connected and share the same symptoms. Most of us experience stress, anxiety, or both at some point, whether from work or our personal life.

At Vitalia Senior Residences at Westlake we are aware of proven techniques to help ease the symptoms of stress and anxiety, including lifestyle changes, such as exercise and diet. We also know unmanaged stress and anxiety can interfere with your daily life and affect your physical and mental health.

Stress and anxiety, to me, feels like the walls are closing in and things start to become overwhelming. Some of my triggers of stress and anxiety include becoming overstimulated with people needing me, pushing and pulling me in different directions. Also, feelings of failing cause me stress and anxiety.

The symptoms stress and anxiety can cause are no appetite or increased appetite, shortness of breath, shaking, and hair loss. You can decrease these symptoms by deep breathing, counting exercises, journaling, and seeking professional therapy and counseling.

Some stress and anxiety are expected, but if you feel it becoming unmanageable and affecting your daily life, a healthcare professional can help you develop new coping skills.

VITALIA® Westlake in Westlake, OH offers independent living +, assisted living, and memory care with a variety of services and a range of floor plan options. Amenities include restaurant dining, 24-hour bistro, concierge service, housekeeping, events and entertainment, personal care, transportation services, and more. Centrally located near UH St. John Medical Center and Cleveland Clinic Avon with convenient access to major shopping centers and attractions, including Meadowood Golf Course, Crocker Park, Clague Playhouse, Porter Library, Westlake Rec Center, Sibling Revelry Brewery, Bradley Woods Reservation, Huntington Reservation, and White Oaks Restaurant.

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