STRESS AND COPING STRATEGIES
Module I: Stress
Stress can be defined as actions and circumstances to which you cannot respond adequately or to which you respond at the cost of excessive wear and tear on the body.
Stress is an emotional and physical reaction to change.
Stress is defined as “The adverse reaction people have to excessive pressure or other types of demand placed on them”
Stress can act as a creative force that increases drive and energy, but once it reaches a certain degree, the results can be negative.
Stress is normally experienced as fatigue, anxiety and depression. It is sometimes exhibited when people become hostile and aggressive. These are all signs or symptoms of stress and the causes or ‘stressors’ need to be identified …show more content…
• Smoking
• Drinking too much
• Overeating or undereating
• Zoning out for hours in front of the TV or computer
• Withdrawing from friends, family, and activities • Using pills or drugs to relax
• Sleeping too much
• Procrastinating
• Filling up every minute of the day to avoid facing problems
• Taking out your stress on others (lashing out, angry outbursts, physical …show more content…
When they occur, try to avoid the cause or change how you react. Other helpful tips:
• Do something that relaxes you such as: deep and slow breathing, stretching exercises, yoga, a massage, meditation, listening to music, reading, a hot bath or shower.
• Get a hobby or do something you enjoy.
• Learn to accept things that you cannot change.
• Think positive.
• Set limits. Learn to say no. Take one thing at a time.
• Get 8 hours of sleep each night.
• Eat a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, protein and whole grains.
Limit caffeine and sugar. • Exercise regularly. Exercise will help relax tense muscles, improve your mood and help you sleep better.
• Talk to your family and friends about your problems. • Do not deal with stress in unhealthy ways such as eating too much, not eating enough, using tobacco products, drinking alcohol or using drugs. • Get help from a professional if you need it. A counselor can help you cope with stress and deal with problems. Your doctor may prescribe medicines to help with sad feelings, nervousness or trouble sleeping.
Talk to your doctor or nurse if you have signs of stress.
Happiness and well-being
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Module I: Stress
Stress can be defined as actions and circumstances to which you cannot respond adequately or to which you respond at the cost of excessive wear and tear on the body.
Stress is an emotional and physical reaction to change.
Stress is defined as “The adverse reaction people have to excessive pressure or other types of demand placed on them”
Stress can act as a creative force that increases drive and energy, but once it reaches a certain degree, the results can be negative.
Stress is normally experienced as fatigue, anxiety and depression. It is sometimes exhibited when people become hostile and aggressive. These are all signs or symptoms of stress and the causes or ‘stressors’ need to be identified …show more content…
• Smoking
• Drinking too much
• Overeating or undereating
• Zoning out for hours in front of the TV or computer
• Withdrawing from friends, family, and activities • Using pills or drugs to relax
• Sleeping too much
• Procrastinating
• Filling up every minute of the day to avoid facing problems
• Taking out your stress on others (lashing out, angry outbursts, physical …show more content…
When they occur, try to avoid the cause or change how you react. Other helpful tips:
• Do something that relaxes you such as: deep and slow breathing, stretching exercises, yoga, a massage, meditation, listening to music, reading, a hot bath or shower.
• Get a hobby or do something you enjoy.
• Learn to accept things that you cannot change.
• Think positive.
• Set limits. Learn to say no. Take one thing at a time.
• Get 8 hours of sleep each night.
• Eat a healthy diet that includes fruits, vegetables, protein and whole grains.
Limit caffeine and sugar. • Exercise regularly. Exercise will help relax tense muscles, improve your mood and help you sleep better.
• Talk to your family and friends about your problems. • Do not deal with stress in unhealthy ways such as eating too much, not eating enough, using tobacco products, drinking alcohol or using drugs. • Get help from a professional if you need it. A counselor can help you cope with stress and deal with problems. Your doctor may prescribe medicines to help with sad feelings, nervousness or trouble sleeping.
Talk to your doctor or nurse if you have signs of stress.
Happiness and well-being
Live! Love! Learn!...Capture your