1. STRESS Management Presented By: David Vargas, Kim Mitchell, Heather Dacy Jessica Abruzzino and Alisha Bright

2. Background Information Target Population: College Freshman Target Population: College Freshman Setting: Preview Setting: Preview Place: University of Florida Place: University of Florida Age: About 18-20 Age: About 18-20 Chapter: 9 Chapter: 9 Title: Managing Stress Title: Managing Stress Lesson: 3 Lesson: 3

3. Defined as how one’s body reacts to change. Defined as how one’s body reacts to change. These changes can be the These changes can be the result of feelings, situations result of feelings, situations or people. or people. What do you think of when you hear the word “stress”? What do you think of when you hear the word “stress”?

4. A Stress Poem Looks like the Devil Sounds like a screaming child Tastes like mouldy chocolate Smells like “gorilla” armpits Feels like hitting your elbow Stress is Bad! Bad! Bad! By: Francesca (Year 5 in Potley Hill Primary School)

5. Another Stress Poem Looks like the darkness of the far beyond Sounds like a radio squealing Smells like sweaty blistered feet Tastes like a rotten scrambled egg Stress is having a blistering headache By: Frances (Year 5 Potley Hill Primary school)

6. STRESSORS A “stressor” is any event that provokes stress A “stressor” is any event that provokes stress - These events cover a wide range of situations What are stessors for you? What are stessors for you?

7. Bad Stress vs. Good Stress What Makes Stress Good or Bad? What Makes Stress Good or Bad? Distress= Bad Stress Distress= Bad Stress -This is the stress that most people define as worry, tension and pressure Eustress=Good stress Eustress=Good stress -Think about stress of deadlines and competition that force us to do our best -Without this type of stress life would be very dull

8. Fight or Flight Response Fight or Flight Response - This is the body’s natural reaction to stress. -The body goes through physical changes that take place to prepare you for the pressures of the moment. -Think fast heart beat, pulse and sweating When Does It Become “Overload” When Does It Become “Overload” - When pressures become too frustrating and last for long periods of time it can be harmful to your well- being

9. Signs of Stress Overload It is important to learn to recognize signs of stress. If you don’t it could lead to serious health problems! Mental -Can’t Concentrate -Forgetful -Drop in school performance -Unable to Study -Carelessness Emotional -Bored -Anger Outbursts -Nightmares -Depresses -Scared -Withdrawn Physical -Headaches -Nervous -Rashes -Stomachache -Fast Pulse -Perspiration

10. Stress disturbs your body balance Stress disturbs your body balance As your body remains disturbed maintaining health becomes more difficult. As your body remains disturbed maintaining health becomes more difficult. In some cases stress overload can lead to unhealthy behavior, serious illness or even death In some cases stress overload can lead to unhealthy behavior, serious illness or even death Some of these illnesses include………….. Some of these illnesses include…………..

11. Specific Stress Conditions High Blood Pressure High Blood Pressure -Stress raises your blood pressure Headaches Headaches - A stress-headache results from the constant contraction of head and neck muscles.

12. Specific Stress Conditions Asthma Asthma - Although stress does not actually cause the condition it can make it severely worse not actually cause the condition it can make it severely worse Suppressed Immune FunctionSuppressed Immune Function -Scientific research has shown that -Scientific research has shown that prolonged stress can keep immune system from functioning well.

13. Specific Stress Conditions Psychosomatic Diseases Psychosomatic Diseases - Psycho=mind Somatic=body -These are physical disorders resulting from stress rather than injury or illness -Examples include sleep disorders, skin disorders, stomach aches and digestive problems

14. How Can I Prevent Stress Overload? Prevent overload by learning which stress reduction techniques work for you Remember, this is a new skill that requires practice to be effective. With a little effort stress management can become easier.

15. Don’t Overschedule Don’t Overschedule - If you’re feeling stretched consider cutting out an activity or two. Be Realistic Be Realistic -Don’t try to be perfect. It’s okay to make mistakes from time to time.

16. More Techniques Treat Your Body Right Treat Your Body Right - Exercise. -Eat healthy foods, drink plenty of water, and get plenty of sleep -Abstain from bad habits

17. Fitness Center Hours Southwest Recreation Center Southwest Recreation Center Monday – Friday 7am - 1 am (2am Fridays) Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 10pm Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 10pm Student Recreation & Fitness Center Student Recreation & Fitness Center Monday - Friday 7 am – midnight Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 10 pm Saturday & Sunday 10 am - 10 pm O'Connell Center Weight Room O'Connell Center Weight Room Monday - Friday 2:45 pm - 10 pm Monday - Friday 2:45 pm - 10 pm Saturday 3 pm - 7 pm Saturday 3 pm - 7 pm Sunday 2 pm - 8 pm

18. More Techniques Have A Positive Attitude Have A Positive Attitude - You can do this by changing your perception. -Try to view situations as a result of choice. This will improve your outlook and attitude. -Look for “pieces of gold”

19. More Techniques Build Your Resilience Build Your Resilience -Think of change as a challenging and normal part of life Have a Support Network Have a Support Network -Talking to family and friends can help because it gives you a chance to express your feelings.

20. More Techniques Remember to Have Fun Remember to Have Fun - A good way to combat sadness, boredom, and loneliness is to seek out activities -Consider participating in a campus club. Visit the Student Activities Center located on the third floor of the Reitz Union. Visit the Student Activities Center located on the third floor of the Reitz Union.

21. More Techniques Have a good laugh Have a good laugh - Smiles and laughter can do wonders for the body and soul. Have a good cry Have a good cry -Big boys and girls DO cry. -This can help you to release bottles up emotions.

22. More Techniques Relaxation Techniques Relaxation Techniques - The natural antidote to stress is the relaxation response. -This can be achieved in many ways - Learn breathing techniques and progressive muscle relaxation exercises.

23. Four Steps to Improved Time Management Four Steps to Improved Time Management 1. Create a semester schedule 2. Assess and plan your workload each week 3. Adjust your plan each day 3. Adjust your plan each day 4. Evaluate your schedule

24. Time Managment Tips to Make Your Schedule Work Tips to Make Your Schedule Work - Identify your best time of day -Study difficult or boring subjects first -Use the same place to study every time -Avoid distractions -Use waiting time at the bus stop and in between classes -Treat school as a full-time job

25. Student Health Care Center Student Health Care Center-www.health.ufl.edu/shcc -(352) 392-1161 Counseling CenterCounseling Center -www.counsel.ufl.edu -www.counsel.ufl.edu -(352) 392-1575 -(352) 392-1575 GatorWell -www.shcc.ufl.edu/gatorwe../ -(352) 392-1161