STRESS MANAGEMENT Dr. Johnson Alex PhD Associate Professor College of Medicine, DAU.

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STRESS MANAGEMENT Dr. Johnson Alex PhD Associate Professor College of Medicine, DAU

What is Stress? Stress is any situation that threaten or perceived to threaten one’s well-being, because of Over workload (Busy doctor at hospital/ too many responsibilities) Immediate physical safety Reputation (others talk about negative) Lack of peace due to family Financial problem Health related problem Unexpected accident/trouble

Stress as an everyday event… Routine stress at home –financial, relationship, loneliness Study related- Exam, Difficult topics, Grade At college – lack of support (friendship) At road/street

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 (Mild and comfortable form of Stress) Distress (Severe and disturbing form of stress) “ 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 Cognitive Behavioral Signs

Physical Symptoms of Stress Muscle tension Headache Fatigue Sleep problems Gastrointestinal problems High blood pressure

Emotional Symptoms of Stress Irritability Arguing Anxiety Depression Lack of enjoyment Mood swings Suicidal thoughts Homicidal thoughts

Cognitive Symptoms of Stress Inattention Distractibility Forgetfulness Confusion Poor concentration

Behavioral Symptoms of Stress Social isolation Work problems Conflicts with coworkers, friends, and loved ones Unhealthy habits - overeating, alcohol misuse, nicotine use, caffeine misuse, workaholism Aviator: conflicts with peers, disregarding rules and checklists

Dealing with Stressors Appraisal Event Response Resources

Tools for Stress Management Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) most effective and evidence based stress management intervention Physical: Nutrition Exercise Sleep Biofeedback Massage Jacobson Progressive Muscular Relaxation (JPMR)

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

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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