The stress of ordinary life is higher than in the war!

Who is more prone to stress - soldiers or civilians? The findings surprised many experts.

Psychologists have established that the service of soldiers in hot spots less stressful than the work of rescue services personnel, doctors of "first aid" and law enforcement officials. British experts have organized and conducted a large-scale study. They found that only one of five soldiers who served in Iraq in January-February 2009, showed symptoms psychological stress . So-called, PTSD   detected in 4 percent of the soldiers and officers. Moreover, physicians and psychologists have noted that symptoms of anxiety and stress disorders show, mostly women and junior ranks. As they themselves admit, they stress is the fear of being killed.

With regard to representatives of civil specialties, they are much more likely found elevated levels of stress, as well as PTSD . For example, employees of emergency services in the UK to handle stress tests show a better result in the psychological stress Than soldiers.

Experts made known assumption about the reasons for such a situation. According to them, this is due to the regular preparation for dealing with stress, held in army units. A significant role is played here, and an elaborate system of soldiers rest at the weekend.

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