All people today experience stress and anxiety, which can be caused by various things in everyday life. Now, we can see that many people suffer from mental and emotional health problems, but physical symptoms like drowsy eyes (ตาลอย, which is the term in Thai)
fail to get similar treatment. If you want to know common experiences with stressed and anxious bodies, heavy, tired eyelids, or lack of alertness, you could be looking at the culprit.
How Stress and Anxiety Result in Eye Fatigue
While mental trauma or mental exhaustion leads to the action of fight or flight, the body, during stress and anxiety, releases hormones such as cortisol and adrenaline, preparing the person to face an immediate threat, but if prolonged, such conditions may also lead to physical exhaustion.
· Effects of Poor Sleep Quality
Stress and anxiety mainly lead to poor sleep, while unhealthy sleeping patterns are foremost going to make your eyes feel heavy and sleepy. A mind that’s highly anxious tends to run in circles, making it almost impossible to unwind. Falling asleep and staying asleep is definitely going to be a challenge then.
Lack of good sleep makes the eyes feel dry and irritated. This deprivation usually leads to the appearance of dark patches and puffiness around the eyelids that make them look more tired than they really are.
· Muscle Tension Equals Eye Strain
Stress is not only psychological; it also tenses the whole body and all of its muscles, including the muscles around the eyes. No one probably notices that they squint or furrow or tense their jaws when anxious. These repetitive actions may cause eye strain, thus causing fatigue, which brings with it drowsiness. Long hours lost staring at a screen will compound this issue when added to stress, making it very difficult to take breaks.
· The Vicious Circle
Vicious cycles also occur with drowsy eyes. The heavier and more strained-looking the eye manifests itself, the more stress or anxiety is added to the individual, especially when thoughts come in regarding productivity or appearance. The more stressed the situation becomes, the more likely it is for people to suffer from tired, strained eyes, eventually leading to effects on their well-being.
Conclusion
There are also many physical symptoms associated with stress and anxiety, such as sleepy eyes. Consider including some stress-reduction strategies in your daily routine, such as meditation, yoga, or exercise. These may help lower strain on the eyes and ensure a more restful sleep. Attending to the use of screen devices with no proper short breaks and relaxation techniques is one of the main sources to keep the eyes bright and wide awake throughout the day.