Esther has been studying for a university entrance exam and worrying about doing badly for over two months.She carries vocabulary flash cards and sheets of math problems everywhere.She has not been sleeping well,and this morning she felt a bad cold coming on.Esther is apparently being affected by

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Esther is experiencing chronic stress due to her prolonged worry and preparation for the exam, which is manifested in physical symptoms such as poor sleep and a cold. Unrealistic expectations and senior-itis are not mentioned as factors affecting her. Hypochondria may not be an accurate diagnosis as she actually does have physical symptoms.

Esther Has Been Studying for a University Entrance Exam and Worrying