1. Reaction that disrupts the harmony of the body & mind
Stress
Reaction that disrupts the harmony of the body & mind

2. Stress Response- The psychological changes that occur to your body and mind due to the presence of the stressor.
Stressor
Situation or event that is causing the disruption to your mind and body.

3. Symptoms of Stress Dry Mouth Sweaty Headaches/Migraines
Physical
Dry Mouth
Sweaty
Headaches/Migraines
Frequent Illness
High blood pressure
Pounding of the Heart

4. Inability to concentrate Trouble remembering
Symptoms of Stress
Emotional
Depression
Impulsive/Obsessive
Irritable
Anxious/Anxiety
Inability to concentrate
Trouble remembering

5. Disrupted sleep patterns Disrupted eating patterns
Symptoms of Stress
Behavioral
Crying
Disrupted sleep patterns
Disrupted eating patterns
Treating others poorly
Isolating yourself
Alcohol/Tobacco/Drugs to cope & temporarily “escape”

6. How can you Positively handle your stress?
Social Support (family, friends)
Communication
Exercise
Sleep
Time Management
Spirituality
Keeping a Journal
Visualizing
Deep Breathing
Music
Goal Setting
How can you Positively handle your stress?

7. Stressful Situation Response
Write a detailed story about a situation you faced where it caused you stress.
Explain using details what happened and why this was stressful.
What did you do to handle the stressor?
If you were faced with the same situation again, what would you do differently?
What did you learn from this stressful situation?
How did your body tell you it was stressful? What happens to you when you are under stress?
1 page minimum in length, please do not skip lines.