Women’s Family Stress and Coping Strategies

Sagar K.; Ramesh Kumari

doi:10.37591/jonsp.v10i3.2088

Abstract

Stress is a normal part of life. We all face stress in different situations, shapes and sizes. Itmay seem that stress is not a big deal for someone else. Unmanaged stress can manifest aschronic stress. Chronic stress has been shown to suppress your immune system, increaseblood pressure and blood sugar levels and exacerbate underlying conditions like anxiety anddepression. Women are more likely than men to report symptoms of depression, includingheadaches and abdominal pain. Women are more likely to have mental health conditions thatare worsened by stress, such as depression or anxiety. Balancing family roles has become akey personal and family issue for women. Family studies specialists find that the changingfamily structure is a major source of stress and role strain in the home. Though men areincreasingly contributing to family responsibilities, women still provide more than their fairshare of care giving responsibilities at home it’s important to establish healthy coping skillsthat will help women to reduce emotional distress or rid of the stressful situations you face.