Everyone has felt the weight of the world crashing down on them at some point in their lives. Whether they knew it or not, this is a symptom of suffering. In this article, I will discuss stressors, types of stress, stress disorders, and ultimately, how to deal with stress. Stress can cause psychological, physiological and sociological effects. By definition, stress is any “emotional experience accompanied by predictable biochemical, physiological, and behavioral changes” (Baum 1990). There are three levels of stress: acute, episodic and chronic. The most common type of stress is called acute stress. These are short-lived events that are often caused by a psychological disorder that lasts up to a month. They are the long list of errands to complete, the dent on your brand new car, your child not behaving well in school and so on recognize the symptoms of acute stress and they spread easily as they do not cause long-term damage. Acute stress can often be episodic. These are stresses that occur and are managed and then recur. Chronic stress is considered the most dangerous that chronic stress can contribute to the development of major diseases, such as heart disease, depression, and obesity (Baum 1990). Chronic stress usually results from exposure to traumatic events and painful childhood experiences. Exposure to chronic stressors can affect a person's behavior, beliefs, and activities. Chronic stress does not spread easily and normally requires external help such as therapy groups, one-on-one sessions with therapists and psychiatrists. An article from the American Psychological Association written by Lyle H. Miller, PhD, and Alma Dell Smith, PhD... middle of paper... alone otherwise there is no way they will get better. Not everyone knows about stress and the effects it can cause. If we educate people about this topic, people have a better chance of helping themselves and helping others. We seek the future progression of the human race. References Baum, A. (1990). “Stress, intrusive images, and chronic distress,” Health Psychology, vol. 6, pp. 653-675. Retrieved from www.apa.org Miller H. Lyle, PhD. (2014). “Stress” retrieved from www.apa.orgGoldberg. Giuseppe, doctor (2014). “Post Traumatic Stress Disorder” Retrieved from www.Webmd.comLarson Karen, MD, Stanley J. Swierzewski, III, MD (2007). “Stress Overview” Retrieved from www.Healthcommunities.comVeterans Affairs. (2014). “PTSD” Retrieved from www.ptsd.va.govCoon Denis, John O. Mitterer (2013). “Health, stress and coping” Introduction to psychology, pp. 469.