This symptom list is based on a compilation of information relating to stress and anxiety found in fourth edition of Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV), copyright 1994, American Psychiatric Association.

Children of all ages are also seriously impacted. Lack of attention, poor school grades are some of early warning signals and should be taken head on immediately. In talking and working with children you'd be surprised on what's going on in their heads. Probably more than you even thought about.

They are various techniques and ways of stress management. Counseling is most common. Medical and psychological health providers often rely on medications as well. There are also various natural and holistic approaches that confront stress symptoms quite well. Quick management is important and yields big benefits. Don't sit around second guessing but take a positive action today. You'll be glad you did.

Make sure your chair is comfortable and adjusted for you, (not everyone else)

Sit so your pelvis is upright Try and ensure your thighs are at a 110 degree angle to your trunk

Ensure lumbar support of your chair fits small of your back so it maintains natural S shape of your spine

Ensure armrests of chair touch your forearms, when your shoulders and elbows are relaxed at your side (This helps to avoid strain in your neck and upper limbs)

Ensure seat depth allows your bottom to be at back of seat with a two finger gap between front edge of seat and behind knees. (Ensures adequate thigh support whilst allowing movement without obstruction).

Make full use of chair movement especially when reaching for items such as phone

Don't slouch Alter your position frequently when using a keyboard Move if you are uncomfortable. (It's surprising how many people don't)

Change your posture frequently to give your muscles a break Take frequent breaks from your desk (And no it's not an excuse for a cigarette break)

Keep your mouse and telephone as close as possible (Allowing you to remain relaxed and in a natural position at your desk)

Ensure your monitor is square on so you don't have to turn your head to look at it. (Document holders are handy)

Ensure your screen is at arms length away from your face so top of screen is horizontal to your eye line.

The next time you are at work again, open your eyes, and just see how much damage your office job is doing to your back...You just might be shocked.