an act, instance, or occasion of slumping:The economy is in a prolonged slump. a period during which a person performs ineffectively:The team is in a slump after having lost its last six games.
Common Causes of Childhood Stress. The source of anxiety and stress in children can be something external, such as a problem at school, changes in the family, or a conflict with a friend. Anxious feelings can also be caused by a child's internal feelings and pressures, such as wanting to do well in school or fit in with peers.
The following are the most likely causes of PMS anxiety: 1  Cortisol Increase Studies have shown that before a woman's period, a stress hormone known as cortisol tends to increase. 2  In many ways, anxiety is a form of long term stress, and stress is known to make anxiety symptoms worse.