Chapter 3: Personal Stress Management An Invitation to Health Brief, 5th Edition Hales Prepared by: Jeanne Freeman, PhD, CHES
What is Stress? Nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it Eustress Distress
What Causes Stress?
What Causes Stress? Relation between stress and health Impact of stress on health Impact of health on resistance or coping ability Perceived stress Stress and physical health Aging Endocrine system Brain function
What Causes Stress?
Stress on Campus Student reactions to stress Support network Physical, Emotional, Behavioral, Cognitive Support network Friends and family Self-efficacy Diverse populations Gender differences
Coping with stress Exercises to regain a sense of calm Breathing, Refocusing, Laughter, Spiritual coping, Exercise Common defense mechanisms Denial Displacement Projection Rationalization Reaction formation Repression
Other Personal Stressors Relaxation techniques Progressive relaxation Visualization or guided imagery Meditation Mindfulness Biofeedback
Stress and Psychological Health Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) Resilience Optimistic attitude and self-efficacy Stress inoculation and spirituality Secure personal relationships Develop new skills and flexibility
Organizing Your Time Symptoms of poor time management Rushing and fatigue Inability to make choices Missed deadlines Feeling overwhelmed Time management skills can be learned Procrastination