Stress is a normal physical response to events that make you feel threatened or upset your balance in some way. Stress is the “wear and tear” in our minds and bodies experience as we attempt to cope with our continually changing environment Stress is your body's way of responding to any kind of demand. It can be caused by both good and bad experiences. When people feel stressed by something going on around them, their bodies react by releasing chemicals into the blood. These chemicals give people more energy and strength, which can be a good thing if their stress is caused by physical danger.

1. Topic:
STRESS MENAGEMENT
Group members:
Ehatsham Riaz
Asif Mehmood
Muhammad Irfan

2. Defination:
Stress is a normal physical response to events
that make you feel threatened or upset
your balance in some way.
Stress is the “wear and tear” in our minds and
bodies experience as we attempt to cope with our
continually changing environment
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3. Stress is your body's way of responding to any kind of
demand.
It can be caused by both good and bad experiences.
When people feel stressed by something going on
around them, their bodies react by releasing
chemicals into the blood. These chemicals give people
more energy and strength,
which can be a good thing if their stress is caused by
physical danger.

4. But this can also be a bad thing, if their stress
is in response to something emotional and
there is no outlet for this extra energy and
strength. And we will discuss different causes
of stress, Symptoms of stress ,how stress
affects you, the difference between 'good' or
'positive' stress and 'bad' or 'negative' stress,

5. TYPES OF STRESS
• Negative stress(Distress)
• Positive stress(Eustress)

6. POSITIVE STRESS
Stress can also have a positive effect,
spurring motivation and awareness,
providing the stimulation to cope with
challenging situations.
Stress also provides the sense of urgency
and alertness needed for survival when
confronting threatening situations.

7. NEGATIVE STRESS
• Acute stress
• Episodic cute stress
• Chronic stress
It is a contributory factor in minor conditions, such
as headaches, digestive problems, skin
complaints, insomnia and ulcers.
Excessive, prolonged and unrelieved stress can
have a harmful effect on mental, physical and
spiritual health.

8. STRESS FEELINGS
• Worry
• Tense
• Tired
• Frightened
• Elated
• Depressed
• Anxious
• Anger

9. SYMPTOMS OF STRESS
• Cognitive symptoms
• Behavioural symptoms
• Emotional symptoms
• Physical symptoms

10. Symptoms:
• Cognitive Symptoms
Memory problems
Inability to concentrate
Poor judgment
Seeing only the negative
Anxious or racing thoughts

11. • Emotional Symptoms:
Moodiness
Irritability or short temper
Agitation, inability to relax
Sense of loneliness and isolation
Depression or general unhappiness

12. • Behavioral Symptoms:
Eating more or less
Sleeping too much or too little
Isolating yourself from others
neglecting responsibilities
Using alcohol, cigarettes, or drugs to relax
Nervous habits (e.g. nail biting, pacing)

13. • Physical Symptoms:
Low energy.
Headaches.
Upset stomach, including diarrhea, constipation
and nausea.
Aches, pains, and tense muscles.
Chest pain and rapid heartbeat.
Insomnia.
Frequent colds and infections.

14. NEXT MEMBER:
Asif Mehmood

15. TYPES OF STRESSORS
EXTERNAL STRESSORS
•Physical Environment
•Social Interaction
•Organisational
•Major Life Events
•Daily Hassles

16. INTERNAL STRESSORS
•Lifestyle choices
•Negative self - talk
•Mind traps
•Personality traits

17. STRESS RELATED ILLNESSES
Stress is not the same as ill-health, but has
been related to such illnesses as;
• Cardiovascular disease
• Immune system disease
• Asthma
• Diabetes

18. • Digestive disorders
• Ulcers
• Skin complaints - psoriasis
• Headaches and migraines
• Pre-menstrual syndrome
• Depression

19. Causes of Stress

20. Not all the stress we
experience is generated at
work !!

21. External Stresses - Major Life Events
• Death of a loved one
• Divorce / separation
• Imprisonment
• Injury/illness ( self / family )
• Marriage/ engagement
• Loss of job
• Retirement

22. • Change in financial status
• Change of job / work
• Mortgage or loan
• Foreclosure of mortgage/loan
• Change in responsibilities
• Moving house
• Holidays
• Minor violations of the law

23. STRESS CONTROL

24. STRATEGIES TO MANAGE STRESS
• Avoid unnecessary stress
• Alter the situation
• Adapt to the stressor
• Accept the things you can’t change
• Make time for fun and relaxation
• Adopt a healthy lifestyle

25. Avoid unnecessary stress
• Learn how to say “no”
• Avoid people who stress you out
• Take control of your environment
• Avoid hot-button topics
• Pare down your to-do list

26. Alter the situation
• Express your feelings instead of bottling
them up.
• Be willing to compromise.
• Be more assertive.
• Manage your time better.

27. Adapt to the stressor
• Reframe problems
• Look at the big picture
• Adjust your standards
• Focus on the positive

28. NEXT MEMBER
Muhammad Irfan

29. Accept the things you can’t
change
• Don’t try to control the uncontrollable
• Look for the upside
• Share your feelings
• Learn to forgive

30. Make time for fun and relaxation
• Set aside relaxation time
• Connect with others
• Do something you enjoy every day
• Keep your sense of humor

31. Adopt a healthy lifestyle
• Exercise regularly
• Eat a healthy diet
• Reduce caffeine and sugar
• Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs
• Get enough sleep

32. Little Further Look
• Humour
• Exercise
• Sleep
• Leisure

33. Humour
• Good stress - reducer
• Applies at home and work
• Relieves muscular tension
• Improves breathing
• Pumps endorphins into the bloodstream -
the body’s natural painkillers

34. Benefits of Exercise
• Uses up excess energy released by the
‘Fight or Flight’ reaction.
• Improves blood circulation
• Lowers blood pressure
• Clears the mind of worrying thoughts
• Improves self image
• Makes you feel better about yourself
• Increases social contact

35. Sleep
• Good stress reducer
• Difficult to cope when tired
• Wake refreshed after night’s sleep
• Plenty of daytime energy

36. Leisure
• Interest
• Gives you a ‘break’ from stresses
• Provides outlet for relief
• Provides social contact

37. Benefits of Relaxation
• Lowers blood pressure
• Combats fatigue
• Promotes sleep
• Reduces pain
• Eases muscle tension

38. • Decreases mental worries
• Increases concentration
• Increases productivity
• Increases clear thinking

39. The Positive Effects of Stress
• It's Motivating
• It's a Cognitive Enhancer
• It's Physically Enhancing

40. Negative Effect's
• Feel cranky and unable to deal with even small
problem
• In front of your you can’t defend yourself
• Hard to focus on the task so made mistakes
• At office when you cant complete your work