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Definition. Causes Of Stress. Signs Of Stress. Psychosomatic Illnesses. Stress. Personality Types. Types Of Stress. Stress Management. Stages Of Stress. What Is Stress. - Stress is a reaction of your body and mind to challenging events in your life. - Stressors are the causes of stress.
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Definition Causes Of Stress Signs Of Stress Psychosomatic Illnesses Stress Personality Types Types Of Stress Stress Management Stages Of Stress
What Is Stress - Stress is a reaction of your body and mind to challenging events in your life. - Stressors are the causes of stress Main Menu
Causes of Stress • Major Life Changes ex. family school life • Everyday Problems (hassles) ex. losing something, having many things to do • Physical Surroundings ex. noise, crowded area, weather • Other Stressors ex. conflicts, dates Main Menu
Types of Stress Eustress is positive stress Distress is negative stress Main Menu
Psychosomatic Illnesses • Psychosomatic illnesses are physical disorders that result from stress. • Types of Psychosomatic Illnesses • Lowered Resistance – unable to fight off the common cold or flu • Ulcers – an open sore in the lining of the stomach • Asthma • High Blood Pressure and Heart Disease Main Menu
Stages Of Stress • 1. Alarm Stage – your body’s response to a stressor • - Homeostasis – body’s normal balanced state • - Adrenaline – a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands that gives you a burst of energy • - Fight or Flight Response – Stand and fight or run away • Resistance Stage – when your body tries to recover from the alarm stage however the stressor still remains • Exhaustion Stage – the body is worn down and no longer has energy to fight off the stressor Main Menu
Signs Of Stress Physical Signs Muscle Tension Headache Upset Stomach Increased Sweating Emotional Signs Anger Nervousness Forgetfulness Negative Thinking Behavioral Signs Loss of Appetite Overeating Drug Abuse Sleep Problems Main Menu
Personality Types Type A Personality – rushed, competitive, more likely to have a stress related illness Type B Personality – calm, less competitive, less likely to have a stress related illness Main Menu
Ways to Manage Stress • Confronting the Problem • Time Management • Physical Activity • Relaxation • Mental Rehearsal • Biofeedback • Humor • Getting Help When Needed Main Menu