Which of the following are considered emotional, as opposed to mental, symptoms of stress?

Question

Select one:
• a. sleeping irregularity, frequent colds, anger
• b. depression, fear, irritability
• c. difficulty making decisions, loss of sense of humor, difficulty concentrating on tasks
• d. chest pains, nausea, memory loss

Answer 1

The correct answer is: b. depression, fear, irritability.

Emotional symptoms of stress typically include feelings such as depression, fear, and irritability, whereas the other options contain symptoms that are more physical or cognitive in nature.