1. STRESS MANAGEMENT

2. *WHAT IS STRESS?
Stress is a condition or feeling experienced when a person perceives that demands exceed the personal and social resources the individual is able to mobilize.” (Richard S. Lazarus)
People feel great stress when they think they can’t handle the demands put upon them.
People feel little stress when they have the time, experience, and resources to manage a situation.
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3. *WHAT IS STRESS?
Most of our stress in life is subtle and occurs without obvious threat to survival.
Most comes from work overload, conflicting priorities, conflict with family or co-workers, financial difficulties, unpleasant environments, etc.
Stress can be helpful – helps you to accomplish goals set.
Stress can be harmful - continuation of stress for prolonged periods of time, can lead to depression, anxiety, and fatigue.
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4. Causes of Stress *External Causes Major life changes Work
Relationship difficulties
Financial problems
Being too busy/ time issues
Children and family
School
Health issues
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5. Causes of Stress *Internal Causes Inability to accept uncertainty
Anxiety
Pessimism
Negative self-talk
Unrealistic expectations
Perfectionism
Lack of self confidence
Depression
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6. The Effects of stress
Chronic stress can lead to physical and mental health problems:
High blood pressure
Suppressed immune system
Sleep problems
Depression
Unintentional weight gain or loss
Digestive problems
Irritability
A sense of helplessness
Anger
Addictions

7. *Factors Influencing stress tolerance level
Support system of friends and family
Sense of control
Attitude and outlook
Ability to deal with emotions
Knowledge and preparation
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8. *Dealing with Stress and its symptoms
Learn how to manage stress
Change the stressful situation when you can.
Change your reaction when you can’t.
Remove yourself from the situation if necessary
Learn to balance the demands in your life
Don’t let responsibilities keep you from your family and friends.
Prepare for stressful events to lessen anxiety.
Use your time wisely by prioritizing your activities.
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9. *Dealing with Stress and its symptoms
Learn how to relax
Stress cannot be eliminated from your life, but you can learn to control its effects on your life.
Focusing on something positive when you are feeling stressed will often change your outlook.
Using relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, meditation, yoga can help you deal with stress.
Invest in your emotional health
If you have good emotional health you are able to handle stressful situations and are more adaptable when faced with life’s problems.
If needed, seek professional help in dealing with symptoms of stress. APSU Counseling Center:
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10. “Give your stress wings and let it fly away.”
CLOSING THOUGHT
“Give your stress wings and let it fly away.” 
~Carin Hartness