Reaction that disrupts the harmony of the body & mind Stress Reaction that disrupts the harmony of the body & mind
Stress Response- The psychological changes that occur to your body and mind due to the presence of the stressor. Stressor Situation or event that is causing the disruption to your mind and body.
Symptoms of Stress Dry Mouth Sweaty Headaches/Migraines Physical Dry Mouth Sweaty Headaches/Migraines Frequent Illness High blood pressure Pounding of the Heart
Inability to concentrate Trouble remembering Symptoms of Stress Emotional Depression Impulsive/Obsessive Irritable Anxious/Anxiety Inability to concentrate Trouble remembering
Disrupted sleep patterns Disrupted eating patterns Symptoms of Stress Behavioral Crying Disrupted sleep patterns Disrupted eating patterns Treating others poorly Isolating yourself Alcohol/Tobacco/Drugs to cope & temporarily “escape”
How can you Positively handle your stress? Social Support (family, friends) Communication Exercise Sleep Time Management Spirituality Keeping a Journal Visualizing Deep Breathing Music Goal Setting How can you Positively handle your stress?
Stressful Situation Response Write a detailed story about a situation you faced where it caused you stress. Explain using details what happened and why this was stressful. What did you do to handle the stressor? If you were faced with the same situation again, what would you do differently? What did you learn from this stressful situation? How did your body tell you it was stressful? What happens to you when you are under stress? 1 page minimum in length, please do not skip lines.