The anecdotal evidence of a link between stress and the exacerbation of tinnitus is very strong.
It is therefore important that you reduce the amount of stress in your life whenever possible. Although stress is a part of everyday life, recognising those periods of stress and being proactive about reducing the stress levels by undertaking relaxation therapies is important in managing your tinnitus.
Reacting to Tinnitus
The more you pay attention to your tinnitus, the more sensitive your brain will become to the unwanted intrusion and the more distressing your tinnitus will become. In the early stages it is very easy to get into bad habits that will prevent you from reaching habituation. Some of the Do’s and Don’ts of managing your tinnitus are:
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