One in five people regularly feel anxious and 20% of Brits have taken time off work due to stress. This book provides an in-depth look at stress and the effect it can have on everyday life. We ask if stress can be contagious, if there is such thing as 'good stress' and explore different anxiety disorders. Understanding Stress also considers different ways of managing stress, such as the use of colouring books and the importance of breathing properly.