There are two types of stress: chronic stress, which we try to avoid, and acute (one-off) stress. Acute stress enables us to manage a situation in response to an unpredictable or new event, by either fleeing or coping. Sometimes these strategies don't work, and our bodies become immobilized as if paralyzed by fear. This stress pushes you to act and excel, whereas chronic stress results from repeated and prolonged exposure to uncomfortable situations. It can lead to extreme fatigue and have harmful effects on your health, so don't hesitate to consult a health professional.

For further information, we recommend that you consult :

- The Santé Publique France website, and its stress-related documents

And on specific themes:

- On generalized anxiety disorders: the reference site anxiete.fr
- On stress and work: the INRS (Institut national de recherche et de sécurité) website
- On symptoms and solutions for managing stress: the Fédération Française de Cardiologie website