Stress has become a favorite subject of everyday conversation. It is not __(31)__ to hear friends and family members talk about the difficulty they have in __(32)__ the stress of everyday life and the efforts they make to control the events __(33)__ cause stress.
Most of us understand the results of not controlling our reactions __(34)__ stress. Forty-three percent of all adults suffer terrible health effects __(35)__ stress. Most physician office visits are for stress-related illnesses and complaints. Stress is linked to the six __(36)__ causes of death— heart disease, cancer, lung disease, accidents, liver disease, and suicide. Currently, health care costs account for __(37)__ twelve percent of the gross domestic product.
Yet, while stress may damage our health, it is sometimes necessary, __(38)__ desirable. Exciting or challenging events __(39)__ the birth of a child, completion of a major project at work, or moving to a new city generate __(40)__ much stress as does tragedy or disaster. And without stress, life would be dull.
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