uncontrolled stress

[/ʌnkənˈtroʊld strɛs/]
noun phrase
estresse descontrolado
1. A state of psychological or physical tension that has become excessive and is no longer manageable or regulated by the individual
Uncontrolled stress can lead to serious health problems including anxiety and depression.
O estresse descontrolado pode levar a problemas graves de saúde, incluindo ansiedade e depressão.
2. Prolonged stress that has not been managed effectively and continues to accumulate
The employee's uncontrolled stress resulted in decreased productivity and frequent absences.
O estresse descontrolado do funcionário resultou em diminuição da produtividade e ausências frequentes.
In Brazil, discussions about stress have become increasingly common in workplace and health contexts, reflecting growing awareness of mental health. The term 'estresse descontrolado' is frequently used in occupational therapy, psychology, and corporate wellness programs. Americans often use the phrase colloquially to describe work-related burnout, while Brazilians may use it more formally in medical or therapeutic settings.
NYC Slang
going crazy with stress
Synonyms / Sinônimos
chronic stressexcessive stressoverwhelming stressunmanaged stressrunaway stress
Antonyms / Antônimos
controlled stressmanaged stressregulated stresscalmrelaxation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
estresse descontrolado
Standard usage across Brazil; most common translation
São Paulo
estresse fora de controle
Alternative phrasing used in business and corporate contexts
Rio de Janeiro
stress descontrolado
Often uses the English word 'stress' in casual speech
Portugal
stress descontrolado
Portuguese Portuguese tends to use the English loanword 'stress' more commonly

Related Words

anxietyburnoutmental healthstress managementcoping mechanismscortisolpanic attack

Related Idioms & Phrases

at the end of one's rope
lose one's cool
go off the rails
having a meltdown
estar com os nervos à flor da pele (Portuguese equivalent)
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