1. Counseling Recognizing Stress and Learning Effective Ways to Cope Surviving Stress 101

2. WHAT IS STRESS? A normal part of life Has good and bad implications Biological response to our environment Flight or fight response Physical and mental reactions

3. Fight or Flight Response

4. Normal Response to Our Environment

5. moving starting college tests changing jobs births deaths breakups in relationships financial hardships Common Stressful Events

6. Busy modern life Studying for exams Handling emergencies balance responsibilities

7. What Happens When We Are Stressed Releases chemicals into the blood, causing physical changes--faster heartbeat, increased muscle tension, This gives us extra strength and energy Helps us deal with stressful events such as:

8. Identify Stress in your Life

9. Symptoms of Too Much Stress Tiredness/exhaustion Tight muscles Nervousness Stomach problems Change in appetite General body complaints: weakness, headache, back pain, etc.

10. Keep a Stress Diary SituationHow it made me feel physically How I felt mentally How did I react to the situation What did I say to myself about the situation?

11. Strategies to Manage Stress in Your Life Simplify Your Life Ask for help Practice Time Management Minimize Alcohol Use Humor--Take Time to Play Relaxation Techniques Get Counseling If Needed

12. Relaxation Techniques IMAGERY

13. Progressive Muscle Relaxation

14. Other Stress Relieving Strategies Assertiveness Training Time Management Problem Solving Social Support Exercise Plenty of Sleep Fun