Nervous breakdown is caused by stressful situations that make the body's functions hindered. This can result from relationships or job. It shows you that there are mental issues that need to be addressed immediately and that your body has reached limits.

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You should never ignore these signs of a nervous breakdown;

1. Intense stomach pains

Your digestive system is linked to mental health. Stomach pains will result from nervousness and anxiety that contributes to the release of stomach acid that irritates the stomach membrane. Stomach pains will make the mind troubled and the body will not function as it should.

2. Inability to concentrate

When you are stressed, the mind will be unable to concentrate on anything that is going on. In severe times, the stress hormone called cortisol can lessen your memory affecting attention to the surrounding.

3. Irregular heartbeat

When you realize that your heartbeat is irregular and the heart sounds to pop out of the chest, you have a nervous breakdown. This can increase, leading to sweating and make it hard for you to breathe or remain calm.

4. Tension headaches

When you are facing nervous breakdown, the muscles around the neck and the head tend to overwork that leads to intense headaches. In case this persists it is important to seek medical assistance as fast as possible.