1. 1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness
Practices that
promote wellness

2. Practices that promote wellness
1) Good nutrition
2) Physical activity
3) Health screenings and examinations
4) Stress management
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3. Practices that promote wellness
Stress management

4. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
Any change causes stress
events
internal or external forces
Situations
Job or school
Change can be good or bad
Stress can be good or bad
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5. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
Body’s reaction to stress
“fight or flight”
1. Blood pressure, heart rate, respirations increase
2. Adrenaline is released which dilates blood vessels to heart and brain
3. Pupils dilate to improve vision
4. There is a burst of energy
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6. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
After the challenge is met
1. Opposite reactions occur
2. Body systems return to normal
3. Fatigue follows
Repeated stress reactions cause disease
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7. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
Stress Related Disorders/Physical symptoms:
Allergies
Depression
Digestive disorders/Heartburn
Headaches/Migraines
Heart disease
High blood pressure
Muscle tension
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8. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
Avoid stress
Alter stress
Accept stress
Adapt to stress
Make time for fun & relaxation
Adopt a healthy lifestyle
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9. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
– Avoid stress
Use the Serenity Prayer
Learn to say “no”
Avoid negative people
Exercise
Eat healthy foods
Avoid hot-button topics
Keep a short “to-do” list and eliminate things that can be done later
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10. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
– Alter stress
Express feelings in a respectful way
Be assertive and honest
Compromise when necessary
Use time wisely
Plan ahead
Get things done on schedule
Use a planner
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11. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
– Accept stress
Accept the things you can not change
Look for the bright side of a situation
Share your feelings with
Family
Friends
Therapist
Learn to forgive
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12. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
– Adapt to stress
Try to view a situation from all angles
Look at the “big picture”
Adjust your standards
Focus on the positive
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13. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
-Make time for fun and relaxation
Go for a walk
Call a good friend
Write a journal
Play with a pet
Curl up with a good book
Relaxation techniques
Listen to music
Watch a comedy
Sweat out tension with a good workout
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14. Practices that promote wellness 4) Stress management
-Adopt a healthy lifestyle
Exercise regularly
Eat a healthy diet
Reduce caffeine and sugar/junk foods
Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs
Get enough sleep
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness

15. Practices that promote wellness
1) Good nutrition
2) Physical activity
3) Health screenings and examinations
4) Stress management
1.06 Understand the fundamentals of wellness