Supportive and understanding people are crucial for this stage of the cycle. But emotionally depressed persons attribute their condition to wrong causes and so they prevent an early recovery. The depth of the depression cycle may come in the form of stress, burnout, or depression. Type A personalities are attracted to higher risks and new challenges. They are susceptible to heart disease, stomach aches, and ulcers.
Overwork is linked to stress-related diseases and doubles the chance of death.
Type A stressed persons practice four behaviours. Arrogance is the ability to rationalize behaviour. Addiction is the excitement of pursuing adventure of work. Aloneness is the tendency to cut oneself off from other people. Adultery sees sex as the ultimate high risk adventure.