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Stress Management

Stress Management. By: Krista Reale. Stress. Defined as, “forces from the outside world impinging on the individual.” - (MedicineNet.com) Normal part of life Can help us learn and grow Can cause significant problems. Types of Stress.

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Stress Management

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  1. Stress Management By: Krista Reale

  2. Stress Defined as, “forces from the outside world impinging on the individual.” - (MedicineNet.com) • Normal part of life • Can help us learn and grow • Can cause significant problems

  3. Types of Stress Stress itself is not the problem, but rather how we respond to the stressor. • Eustress = “good” stress • Getting married; Having a baby • Distress = “bad” stress • Work demands; Death in family

  4. Stress can trigger bad habits Ways to cope and/or escape Unhealthy methods and outcomes Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, Caffeine Overindulgence in food Loss of appetite Poor sleep habits Behavioral Consequences

  5. Raised heart rate High blood pressure Tension on arteries = damage Weakened immune system Anxiety Depression Physical & Emotional Consequences

  6. Stress Management Techniques • Recognize your stressors • Realize what you can and cannot change • Do something that makes you happy everyday • Take a bubble bath; Read a book; etc. • Exercise and maintain a healthy diet! • Find healthy ways to cope

  7. Exercise to Reduce Stress • Physical cardiovascular activity reduces stress • Improves blood flow to brain • Releases endorphins • “feel good” chemicals • Improves self-esteem • better response to stress • Running, Cycling, Swimming, etc.

  8. Meditation relaxes the mind and body Sit quietly and comfortably Close your eyes Breathe deeply Loosen up all muscles Imagine yourself in a peaceful place Meditation

  9. Proper Nutrition to Lessen Stress As previously mentioned, stress weakens the immune system. • A healthy diet improves the immune system • Emphasis on fruits, vegetables and whole grains • Diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol • Drink at least 8 8-oz. glasses of water each day

  10. Healthy Ways to Deal with Stress • Talk about your feelings out loud • Friends, Family members • Write feelings down • Journal, E-mail, Write letters • Manage your time well • Make lists, Organize, Prioritize • Find healthy alternatives for bad stress-relieving habits • Keep a positive attitude 

  11. Sources • For More Information: • http://www.medicinenet.com • http://www.mindtools.com • http://www.ivf.com/stress.html • http://www.umanitoba.ca/womens_health/nstress.htm

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