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Management
“Everyone knows what stress
is,
but no one really knows.”
Hans Selye
Stress is an unavoidable
consequence of life.
Some stressors will occur regardless of
your actions.
Death
Some stressors can be prevented.
Time management
Stress can be good.
Develop skills
A prolonged bout of stress can affect your
health and ability to cope with life.
Stress is a normal
psychological and physical
reaction to the demands of
life.
“Fight-or-flight"response
Stress management gives you a range
of tools to reset your alarm system.
High levels of stress lead to serious health
problems.
Symptoms of Stress
Disbelief and shock • Anger
Tension and irritability • Increased use of
Fear and anxiety alcohol and drugs
about the future • Sadness and other
Difficulty making
symptoms of
decisions
depression
Being numb to one’s
• Feeling powerless
feelings
Loss of interest in
• Crying
normal activities
• Sleep problems
Loss of appetite • Headaches, back
Nightmares and pains, and stomach
recurring thoughts problems
about the event • Trouble
concentrating
What can you do about stress?
Find out what is causing stress in your
life.
Look for ways to reduce the amount of
stress in your life.
Learn healthy ways to relieve stress or
reduce its harmful effects.
Stress Assessment
Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale
Circle the number of “Life Change Units”
that apply to events in the PAST YEAR of
your life. Add all the circled points up and
the final score will give a rough estimate of
how stress affects your health.
4 A’s
Avoid
Take control of your surroundings.
Avoid people who bother you.
Learn to say no.
Ditch part of your list.
Alter
Respectfully ask others to change their behavior.
Communicate your feelings openly.
Manage your time better, set priorities, and
work hard.
State limits in advance.
Rehearse success.
4 A’s
Accept
Talk with someone.
Forgive.
Practice positive self-talk.
Learn from your mistakes.
Adapt
Adjust your standards.
Practice thought-stopping.
Reframe the issue.
Adopt a mantra.
Create an assets column.
Look at the big picture
Choosing the right technique
Tips for Self-Care
Avoid drugs and alcohol.
Find support.
Connect socially.
Take care of yourself.
Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet
Exercise regularly
Get plenty of sleep
Give yourself a break if you feel stressed out
Maintain a normal routine
Tips for Self-Care
Stay active. Exercise.
Write.
Do something you enjoy.
Relax your body.
Let your feelings out.
Focus on the present.
Focus on the outside world.
Stress relief from laughter?
It's no joke!
Short-term benefits: When you start to
laugh, it doesn't just lighten your load
mentally, it actually induces physical
changes in your body. Laughter can:
Stimulate many organs.
Activate and relieve your stress response.
Soothe tension.
Laughter
Long-term effects: Laughter isn't just a quick pick-
me-up. It's also good for you over the long haul.
Laughter may: