Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques

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Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques Jen Schumacher February 22nd, 2012

Understanding Stress Stressors - events or environmental stimulus that cause a person to feel tense or aroused Stress - physical, mental, and/or emotional strain resulting from stressors Eustress v. Distress “ The aim of stress management, then, is not to eliminate stress entirely but to control it so an optimal level of arousal is present.” Seyle, 1974

Factors that Impact Stress Duration Intensity Frequency Familiarity Controllability Personality

Symptoms of Stress Physical Signs Emotional Signs Behavioral Signs

Dealing with Stressors Appraisal Event Response Resources

Tools for Stress Management Physical: Nutrition Exercise Sleep Biofeedback Massage Progressive Relaxation

Tools for Stress Management Cognitive (thoughts): Self-talk Meditation Imagery Refocusing Strategies Systematic Relaxation

Tools for Stress Management Behavioral: Assertiveness Time-management Support Groups Segmentation The Breath

Relaxation Exercise

Application in the Workplace Segmentation before and after work Image the task at hand 10-minute brisk walk 5-minute relaxation Releasing and refocusing breath

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