1. STRESS HEALTH MR. GARDNER
MENTAL HEALTH
STRESS
HEALTH
MR. GARDNER

2. STRESS The reaction of the body & mind to challenges Stressors
Cause a response (roller coaster)
Physical, Mental & Emotional responses

3. Stress Reactions Alarm Resistance - Fight or Flight
Reflex system (flinch, hot)
Hormonal system (chemical messenger)

4. Reactions for Stressors cont.
Resistance
Controls release of adrenaline (superpowers)
Increase in heart rate & respiration
Hair stands on end
Blood vessels in the stomach & intestines constrict (sending more blood to the extremities)
Muscles tighten

5. Reactions for Stressors cont.
Fatigue – tired feeling that lowers the activity
Physical – affects the muscles
Psychological – affects the mind
Pathological – affects the immune system

6. STRESS Psychosomatic- mind controlling the body
Psycho = mind
soma = body
Placebo = “nothing” pill

7. STRESS Body language – hidden feelings- deny the truth Headaches
High blood pressure
Digestive problems
acne

8. STRESS Treatment Talk about the problem
Accept physical, mental & emotional limits
Sleep enough (8 hours)
Express your emotions positively
Eat healthy