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 What Is Stress?  Types Of Stress  Causes Of Stress  Signs/Symptoms Of Stress  Learn To Recognize The Signs Of Stress  Responses Of Stress (Fight Or Flight)  Activity For Relaxation  Stress Management  Stress Management Strategies  Stress Management Techniques  Characteristics Of Effective Stress Managers

 According to Oxford dictionary, the literal meaning of stress is:  “Pressure or tension exerted on a material object”

 “Selye (1956) defined stress as any non- specific response of the body to any demand made upon it. Typically, stress results when an individual's equilibrium is upset - when our behavior modes are not adequate to meet the demands of situations and when the failure to adapt has serious consequences.”

 1. Eustress- Is a positive stress.  2. Distress- It is a negative stress.a) Acute stress. b) Episodic stress.c) Chronic stress.  3. Physical stress.  4. Chemical stress.  5. Mental stress.  6. Natural stress.

 Common External Causes of Stress  Major life changes  Work or school  Relationship difficulties  Financial problems  Being too busy  Children and family  Common Internal Causes Of Stress  Chronic worry  Pessimism  Negative self-talk  Unrealistic expectations/Perfectionism  Rigid thinking, lack of flexibility  All-or-nothing attitude

Cognitive Symptoms  Memory problems  Inability to concentrate  Poor judgment  Seeing only the negative  Anxious or racing thoughts  Constant worrying

 Moodiness  Irritability or short temper  Agitation, inability to relax  Feeling overwhelmed  Sense of loneliness and isolation  Depression or general unhappiness

 Aches and pains  Diarrhea or constipation  Nausea, dizziness  Chest pain, rapid heartbeat  Frequent colds

 Eating more or less  Sleeping too much or too little  Isolating yourself from others  Neglecting responsibilities  Using alcohol, cigarettes, or drugs to relax  Nervous habits (e.g. nail biting, foot taping)

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 Life-threatening situation  Body prepares to fight the threat or to run from it

 Close your eyes  Inhale through nose  Exhale through mouth

 Stress management works best when it is a lifestyle and not a response to a particular event  There are hundreds of techniques, strategies and self- help books out there but if you only turn to them when you are completely overwhelmed they will have limited effect  Preventing stress from becoming overwhelming is the key!

To manage stress, everyone should have: A type of exercise – to discharge energy Workout at the gym Walk outsideDancePlay a sport

To manage stress, everyone should have: Some form of relaxation – to calm yourself Structured Relaxation Listen to musicWatch the sunset

To manage stress, everyone should have: A way to release emotions Talk with family or friends Keep a journal Be creativeNamaz

To manage stress, everyone should have: Some connection with others Spend time with family & friends Volunteer Close to nature Learn a new hobby

 Change the situation  Avoid, Be Assertive, Delegate  Manage your time  Change your body’s response  Relaxation Techniques, Avoid chemicals(drugs)  Get enough sleep  Change your mind  Distract, Look at the big picture  Talk yourself out of being upset  Accept there are things you can’t change

 Talk to your family and friends  Talk to your doctor or other health care provider  Other Resources – books, websites, counselling services

 Varied Interests - Many Sources of Satisfaction  Being Active and Productive  Self-Knowledge - Strengths, Skills, Liabilities  Variety of Reactions to Stress – List of Responses  Acknowledgements and Acceptance of Individual Differences

Instructions  Stand on my count 3  Take a deep breath  Shape smile on your face  Look left or right  And laugh and laugh