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What is an overactive thyroid? Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid becomes overactive and produces too much of its hormones. Hyperthyroidism affects women 10 times more often than men, and is most common in people aged 20-40.
While stress does not appear to cause thyroid problems, a person with an overactive thyroid would typically be anxious and could definitely feel more stressed than usual. Also, if you take thyroid hormone pills for an underactive thyroid gland, your dose may be too high.