Small pains may be a sign of chronic stress

Muscle tension can trigger tension headaches, often experienced as a dull, aching sensation on both sides of the head. Picture: iStock

WE ALL experience different levels of stress on a day-to-day basis, whether that is due to family demands or work pressures, but it’s important to be aware of when it might be negatively impacting your health.

It’s easy to dismiss a headache or neck pain as a temporary inconvenience, but these symptoms could be a sign of something more serious, such as chronic stress.