Document Type

Other

Publication Date

6-1-2009

Keywords

family stress, emotional symptoms, mental symptoms, physical symptoms

Extension Number

ExEx 14058

Department

Consumer Sciences

Description

Family stress can be defined as “a real or imagined imbalance between the demands on the family and the fam¬ily’s ability to meet those demands” (National Ag Safety Database and Clemson Extension 2002). Stress can cause families to worry, to feel anxiety, depression, and sadness. Family fights, arguments, and frustrations can often grow in frequency and intensity when stress is high.

Comments

Updated June 2009

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