WHAT is STRESS ? Our response to any situation we find challenging, frightening, or difficult

Stress Everyday fact of life Stress can be good Excessive stress can be harmful

College Stress/ Overwhelm Pain in the Jaw Pain in the Shoulders Pain in the lower back

Mental Stress Signs Anxiety Forgetfulness Depression Confusion

Physical Signs and Symptoms

Behavioural Signs of Stress Irritability Under/over eating Blame others Smoke, drink, drug use Drive too fast

Negative Stress Results Loss of motivation Reduces effectiveness Physical, mental, and behavioural problems

Positive Stress Results Enables concentration Increases performance Energizes you into motion

Stress Management Plan Identify stressors Determine your reactions Techniques currently used Techniques to add or change

Stress Management

How to Manage Stress

Physical Techniques Deep breathing Exercise Meditation Imagery Nutrition Rest Laughter

How to Manage Stress Identify your stressors Know how you react Learn techniques to deal with stress Integrate stress management into your daily life

Summary Negative result Positive result Definition of stress Results of stress Stress signs How to manage stress Stress management plan

Overview What is stress? Effects Dealing with Stress Your Stress Management Plan

“No one can create anger or stress within you, only you can do that by virtue of how you process your world, or, in other words how you think.” Wayne Dyer

Thanks for watching Done by Haykanush Rafaelovna Thanks for watching