Stress manifests itself in many ways.  Emotional upheaval, physical illness, mood swings, depression.  Even hair loss can be attributed to your level of stress. In the economic structure of things today, stress is around every corner. The future is uncertain, and stress can take a toll on your family life. Money problems and job worries are at the top of the list of things that can cause stress. Worrying about how you will pay the bills if your job is at risk can be overwhelming. The cases of domestic violence have increased due to high levels of stress induced anger.When one parent or the other is laboring under stress, the children also suffer. It is a vicious circle. If you are finding yourself unable to handle the stress of everyday pressures, you should try to speak with someone who is equipped to help you deal with it. A doctor can prescribe an antidepressant, or an anti-anxiety medication that will allow you to think and act more calmly, and deal with whatever is stressing you out.  If possible, get away from your problems for a little while.  Let your mind and body relax before you try to deal with things. It will do you more harm physically and mentally if you continue to worry about things that you have no control over.