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Kelly Trikenskas
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What is Stress?!?!
Stress- a reaction of body and mind to everyday challenges and demands
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How bad is it?
It depends on your PERCEPTION- how you or your body reacts to
something as you see it, this is different for different people at different times
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STRESSORS- ANYthing that causes stress Biological- illness, disabilities, injury Environmental- poverty, pollution,
crowding, noise, natural disaster Cognitive/thinking- perception Personal- mind/body reactions from
health related behaviors, ex. Drug use, in-activity
Life Situations- death of a pet, divorce of a parent, peer relationships
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Body’s Response to Stressors 3 stages
ALARM RESISTANCE FATIGUE
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1. Alarm Response
You become highly alert as your body prepares for “fight or flight”
Which system is this?
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2. Resistance
You actively engage in “fight or flight” making decisions, sweating, heart racing etc.
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3. Fatigue- a tired feeling Physical-
Muscle tiredness Psychological-
Your brain is tired- from constant worry, overwork, depression, boredom
Pathological- Your body is tired, you get ill- anemia,
flu, overweight, poor nutrition
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Physical Effects
Psychosomatic Response- physical reaction from stress rather than illness or injury Headaches Heart Attack High Blood pressure Weakened Immune system
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Mental/Emotional/ Social Effects
Difficulty concentrating Mood swings Risk of substance abuse and other
high risk behaviors
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Managing Stress
Engage in physical activity Family/friend support Find a hobby you enjoy Avoid tobacco, drugs and alcohol
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Learning How to Avoid Additional Stress Say No Walk Away Avoid conflict Plan ahead Get enough rest (about 9 hours) Physical activity Nutritious food
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How to avoid more STRESS (cont.) Redirect your energy Relax- laugh Positive attitude Seek support Express yourself