2. Objectives
 Define Stress
 Identify personal stressors
 Understand stress response
 Review stress management techniques

3. What is Stress?

4. Stress Response
 “Stressor”
 Interpretation as “stressful”
 Physical/emotional/behavioral reactions
 Emotional/physical illness

5. Fight or Flight Response

6. What is stressful?
 Arguments with boss or  Starting a new job
co-worker  Getting Married
 Illness  Having a baby
 Traffic  Buying a new home
 Financial Problems  A new relationship
 World Events

7. Types of Stress
 Eustress
 General Stress
 Traumatic Stress
 Chronic Stress
 Transition Stress

8. Un-Managed Stress
 Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
 Depression
 Anxiety
 Self Medication (Substance Abuse)
 Health Problems
 Family Conflict
 Declining Job Performance

9. Symptoms of Stress
Physical/Body Signals Behaviors/Action Signals
 Heart Racing  Raising Voice
 Stomach Pains  Argumentative
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10. Symptoms of Stress Continued
Thought Signals Emotional Signals
 Here we go again  Anxiety
 Why me?  Loss of confidence
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11. Stress Management
 Healthy Lifestyle  Attitude & Thoughts set
 Sleep the tone
 Nutrition  Build though awareness
 Exercise  Change your perspective
 Support  Affirmations
 Fun/Laughter  Positive self talk

12. Stress Management
 Accept that you cannot change what you do not
control
 Learn to accept mistakes
 Bask in each success
 Learn to accept compliments
 Express your feelings
 Look for other’s positive intent

13. Stress Management
 Ask for help
 Say No
 Stretch frequently
 Embrace change
 Stay informed by seeking information
 Get organized

14. Stress Management
 Relaxation Techniques
 Deep Breathing
 Visualization
 Progressive Muscle Relaxation

15. When to get Professional Help?
 Symptoms last more than one month
 Symptoms interfere with social, occupational, or other
areas of functioning
 If you are self-medicating with alcohol or other
substances
Talk to your doctor or a professional counselor.
Counselors can be located through
www.therapistlocator.net

16. Questions?