Chapter 4 Managing Stress
What is Stress? The reaction of your body and mind to threatening or challenging events in life What are some examples in your life??
Stressors- Causes of stress 3 Types Major Life Changes Examples Death Divorce College Etc. etc.
Stressors-Causes of stress. 3 Types Everyday Problems Examples Losing something Forgeting something The way you look Etc. etc.
Stressors- Causes of stress. 3 Types Physical Surroundings Examples Bus Subway Airports Weather conditions
Other Stressors Future Conflicts- Friends & Family Special Events Dates Tryouts Interviews
Stress Positive Stress Eustress Negative Stress - Distress
Stages of Stress Alarm Resistance Exhaustion
Alarm Stage Homeostasis- normal body state is effected Adrenaline is released Fight or Flight response
Resistance Stage Not able to fight or flight Body becomes more susceptible to problems Body cannot restore homeostasis
Exhaustion Stage Worn down No longer able to fight off stressor Could result in serious illness or death
Recognizing signs of stress Physical Emotional Behavioral
Stress Injuries & illness Lowered resistance Less focus Ulcers Asthma High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
Stress & Personality Type A- rushed & competitive Type B- calmer & less-competitive WHO HAS MORE STRESS???
Traits Perfectionism Negative Thinking Hardiness- resistance to stress
Managing Stress Confront the problem Time management Physical Activity Relaxation Mental rehearsal Biofeedback Humor Getting help