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Stress - Lessons 5 and 6
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- 1Stressa feeling of pressure
around events,
circumstances or situations - 2Internal StressorA stress that comes from your own thinking
(wanting to do well, worrying about what others think, etc.) - 3External StressorA stress from the outside world
(school, home, friend drama, etc.) - 4Alarm Stage"Fight or Flight"; body increases heart and breathing rate, slows digestion, blood sugar increases, etc.
- 5Resistance StageThe body tries to restore balance, or equilibrium. It's successful if the stress goes away; if it doesn't, you move to the next stage.
- 6Exhaustion StageStress is constant, so your body can't adapt. You can become ill (skin and digestion problems, high blood pressure, heart disease, cancer, and mental disorders like anxiety and depression.
- 7Positive Ways to Cope with Stress-Healthy Choices
-Get support
-Understand your feelings
-Find ways to relax
-Keep a sense of humor
-Take action when you can
-Figure out how to eliminate or prevent in the future - 8Endorphins"Feel good" chemicals released by your brain when you exercise. Help you cope with stress and sleep more soundly.
- 9Deep BreathingWhen you breathe slowly and deeply, it tells your brain to calm down. Counter acts effects of "Flight or Fight."
- 10Progressive Muscle RelaxationTense different muscle groups, one at a time, and then let them relax. Tension helps the muscles relax more deeply.
- 11Guided ImageryPicture a calm place, and imagine a restful experience. Take a mental vacation.
- 12Time ManagementA lot of stress can be avoided if you learn how to make the best use of your time and be organized.
- 13Physical Activity30 minutes of aerobic activity releases endorphins from your brain.
- 14Talking about it / Get SupportMaybe you just need someone to listen, maybe you need advice. Either way, having support can make our stressful burdens seem lighter.
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- Stress Vocabulary and concepts
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- RaeAnn Thompson · Oct 2015
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- Jul 22, 2016
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