Manage Stress 

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9. Get help if you need it.
Stress is a normal part of life. But if your stress doesn’t go away or keeps getting worse, you may need help. Over time, stress can lead to serious problems like depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or anxiety.

• If you are feeling down or hopeless, talk to a doctor about depression.
• If you are feeling anxious, find out how to get help for anxiety.

A mental health professional (like a psychologist or social worker) can help treat these conditions with talk therapy (called psychotherapy) or medicines.

Lots of people need help dealing with stress – it’s nothing to be ashamed of!