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Manage Stress

Presented by: CHRISTINA JOHNDate: 23 Feb 2011Glenroy Neighbourhood Learning Centre

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BSBATSIL410B:Manage StressElement 1: Develop ways of preventing stress:

1.1 Include in consideration spiritual, emotional,

cultural and social well being

1.2 Pinpoint and list the main areas of responsibility and activity associated with stress

1.3 Implement stress reeducation strategies

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What is Stress?

Stress is your mind and body’s response or reaction to a real or imagined threat, event or change

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Stress related termsAnxietyTensionFearPanicUnconscious Anxiety

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StressorsStress can be caused by:WorkFamilyRelationshipsFinancesHealth/illnessEnvironmentLiving Situation

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Is STRESS good or bad for us ?Some amount of stress is essential for us to

excel in life. This is good stress or “Positive stress”.

But when stress is too much then it reduces performance. This is bad stress or “Negative stress”.

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Positive StressPositive stress occurs when your level of stress is high enough to motivate you to move into action to get things accomplished.

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Negative stressNegative stress occurs when your level of stress is either too high or too low and your body and/or mind begin to respond negatively to the stressors.

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Negative Effects of Stress1. Physical- Weight gain/loss- Unexpected hair loss- Heart palpitations- High blood pressure2. Emotional- Mood swings- Anxiety- Can lead to depression• Can also lead to unhealthy coping strategies (i.e.

alcohol, drugs, etc)

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Symptoms of stressPhysical Indicatorslack of enthusiasm for family, school, work or life in general withdrawal change in eating habits insomnia anger fatigue.

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Symptoms of StressCognitive( Mental) Indicators include: Feeling lowBeing easily upsetPoor self confidenceLow esteemLack of concentration nightmares

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More symptoms Emotional indicators include: tearfulness fear anxiety panic guilt agitation depression

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Manage StressWhy do we Manage Stress?…..

How do we manage Stress?……

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STRESS RELIEF STRATEGIESGET PHYSICAL1. Relax neck and shoulders2. Take a stretch3. Get a massage4. Healthy food habits

5. ExerciseGET MENTAL6. Count to 107. Control your thoughts8. Congratulate yourself9. Ignore the problem if

appropriate10. Talk to a counselor

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STRESS RELIEF STRATEGIESGET SPIRITUAL10. Meditate11. Pray12. Remember your purposeUSE YOUR BODY AND MIND TOGETHER13. Take a break14. Try to relax15. Try yoga16. Try aroma therapy17. LaughDEVELOP NEW SKILLS18. Prioritize daily tasks19. Learn something new everyday20. Practice a hobby

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Further Reference:

More information on Manage Stress found in the following links:

What is Stress” Web Site. http//www.teachhealth.com How to reduce and relieve stress “Web Site.

http//www.family.com “Stress Relievers” Web Site.

http//www.residentassistant.com “Massage” Downing, G. (1972). Massage Book. New

York: Random House. “Aromatherapy” Web Site.

http//www/aromaweb.com/articles/wharoma.as “Yoga” Web Site.

http//www.kevala.co.uk/yoga/overview.htr