2. 3. Take the Stress Test Do any of these apply to you? 4. Work
Load
- Always too much work; Never able to relax
- High Pressure periods; deadlines, test come all at once
- Dont get satisfying results
- I have a lot more work than my classmates & friends
- I have to work harder than them to get the same results
- Has complicated my commitments; I cant fulfill them
5. If you said yes to many.
- Become Aware of Your Stressors and Emotional and Physical
Reactions
6. Stress 7. A Challenge Please write a One Sentence Definition
of S T R E S S. 8. Definition
- Non-specific response to a demand -- a product of change.
- Any situation, good or bad, that causesyou to readjust.
9. What is Stress?
- Is your mind and bodys response or reaction to a real or
imagined threat, event or change.
- The threat, event or change are commonly called
stressors.Stressors can be internal (thoughts, beliefs, attitudes
or external (loss, tragedy, change).
- When Pressure is greater than Resource
10. Stress Management The art of taking care of oneself! 11.
Stress Feelings
12. Stressors/Reasons for Stress
13. External Stressors
14. External Stressors
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- Take over-Lay offs-Relocation
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- Consistent Poor Performance
15. Internal Stressors
16. Internal Stressors
17. Types ofStress
18. Negative Stress Immune response decreases
Digestion slows down Insomnia Skin Complaints Ulcers 19.
Positive Stress
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- Stimulation to cope with challenging situations
20. The Individual Stress is due to how we react to what has
happened rather than what happens. 21. The Stress Response
This is a series of chemical changes that prepare us to deal
with danger. 22. The Stress Response
- Controlled by Endocrine System
- Increased Heart Rate and Blood Pressure
- Increased Mental Alertness
23. General Adaptation Syndrome
- Body tries to adapt to the stressors
- Body Prepares for Long-Term Protection
- Secretes Hormones to Increase Blood Levels
- Relax to Counterbalance the Stress Response
- Stressor Not Being Managed Effectively
- Body And Mind Are Not Able To Repair the Damage
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- Decreased Stress Tolerance
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- Mental And Physical Exhaustion
24. Stage 1 Alarm Reaction Stage 2 Resistance Stage 3 Exhaustion
Normal Level of Resistance General Adaptation Syndrome 25. Symptoms
of Stress
Sleep Pattern Changes Fatigue Digestion Changes Headache Aches
and PainsInfections Indigestions Dizziness Fainting Sweating And
Trembling Tingling Hands And Feet Breathlessness Palpitation Missed
Heartbeats 26. Symptoms of Stress 2. Mental Symptoms Lack Of
Concentration Memory Lapses Difficulty In Decision MakingConfusion
Disorientation Panic Attacks 27. Symptoms of Stress 3. Behavioral
Symptoms Appetite Changes - Too Much Or Too Little Eating Disorder
Anorexia, Bulimia Increased Intake Of Alcohol And Drugs
Restlessness Fidgeting Nail Biting Increased Smoking Hypochondria
28. Symptoms of Stress 4. Emotional Symptoms Bouts Of Depression
Impatience Tearfulness Deterioration Of Personal Hygiene and
Appearance Fits Of Rage 29. Cost of Stress/Disadvantages 1. 80% of
modern diseases Cardio-vascular diseases Immune system diseases
Diabetes Digestive disorder Asthma Ulcers Skin Complaints
Headaches+Migraine Depression 30. Cost of Stress/Disadvantages
31. Stress Control
- Recognize Source of Negative Stress
- Plan Measures to Overcome It
32. ABC Strategy
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- Identify The Fine Line Between Positive/Negative Stress
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- How Much Can You Cope With It Before It Becomes?
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- What Can You Do To Fight Against Negative Effects of
Stress?
33. Stress Management Techniques
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- To Look Things in Different Perspective to Feel Better
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- Forget Powerlessness, Dejection, Despair, Failure
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- Seek Out The Positive Make A change
34. Stress Management Techniques
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- It Helps To Manage Stressful Situations
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- Lack of it Shows Low Self-Esteem And Low Self-Confidence
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- Communication Improves Assertiveness
35. Stress Management Techniques
- Equality And Basic Rights
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- The Right To Express My Feelings
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- The Right To Express Opinions/Beliefs
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- The Right To Say Yes/No for Yourself
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- The Right To Change Your Mind
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- The Right To Say I Dont Understand
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- The Right To Decline Responsibility For Other Peoples
Problems
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- The Right To Make Reasonable Requests of Others
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- The Right To Set My Own Priorities
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- The Right To Be Listened To , And Taken Seriously
36. Stress Management Techniques
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- Stand Up For Your Personal Rights
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- Express Your Thoughts, Feelings, Beliefs Directly, Honestly And
Spontaneously Not Hurting Others
37. Stress Management Techniques
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- Respect Themselves And Others
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- Take Responsibilities for Actions And Choices
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- Ask Openly For What They Want
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- Disappointed If Want Denied
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- Self-Confidence Remains Intact
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- Not Reliant On The Approval Of Others
38. Stress Management Techniques
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- Establish Good Eye Contact/ Dont Stare
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- Stand or Sit Comfortably Dont Fidget
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- Talk In a Firm, Steady Voice
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- What Do You Think? , HowDo You Feel?
39. Stress Management Techniques
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- Manage Stress More Successfully
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- Appreciate Yourself And Others More Easily
40. Stress Management Techniques
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- Organization Helps Avoid Personal And Professional Chaos
41. Stress Management Techniques
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- A Problem Shared Is A Problem Halved
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- Develop A Support Network Through Friends Or Colleagues
42. Stress Management Techniques
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- Applies At Home And At Work
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- Relieves Muscular Tensions
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- Pumps Endorphins Into The Blood Stream
43. Stress Management Techniques
- E. Diversion And Distraction
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- Get Away From Things That Bother You
44. Stress Management Techniques
45. Stress Management Techniques
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- Uses Up Excess Energy Released By Fight or Flight Reaction
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- Clears The Mind Of Worrying thoughts
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- Makes You Feel Better About Yourself
46. Stress Management Techniques
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- Difficult To Cope When Tired
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- Wake Refreshed After Nights Sleep
47. Stress Management Techniques
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- Gives You A Break From Stresses
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- Provides Outlet For Relief
48. Stress Management Techniques
49. 50.