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It is well known that a given situation produces more stress in some persons than others. These people are more susceptible to stress and certain features characterizes them.
- They are highly susceptible to annoyance.
- They lack a bit less confidence in untried events or performance. Trying new things makes them uncomfortable.
- They can recall fewer friends.
- They show inconsistency in their responses to similar situations they encounter.
- They are generally more suspicious of the motives of others.
- They are more prone to guilt feelings. Their ethical and moral perceptions are very acute.
The physical symptoms that is accompanied are
- High respiration and pulse rate
- Increase in systolic blood pressure
- Increased BMR ( basic metabolic rate )
- Decrease in alkalinity in saliva
- Increase in hippuric acid in urine
Studies conducted indicate certain professions are prone to high or moderate degree of mental tension. They include editor, general writer, science fiction writer, executive (business, managerial), sales manager, salesman, Olympic athletes, medical students etc.
Professions that generate low degree of mental tension include research works in physics, biology, psychology etc.
Irrespective of situation and profession, which is for more statistical purposes, it all boils down to how the person is habituated to react to situations. The habit remaining calm in whatever you do is more a matter of persistent efforts because you can hardly do anything about your profession or professional hazards.