Stress Stress ManagementManagement

Foley High School

What is STRESS ??

a response of the body to a variety of internal and external stimuli

Good or Bad?Stress can be positive or

negative!Striving for perfection causes stress but can also make you highly motivated or excited, which allows you to achieve more than you would under

normal circumstances.

List 10 things that stress you out!

Label them as follows:Money ($)($)

Parents (P)(P)Friends (F)(F)School (S)(S)Other (O) (O)

Results of StressGoodGood CreativityCreativity

Goal-orientedGoal-oriented

Sense of controlSense of control

High energy levelHigh energy level

EnduranceEndurance

Stamina.Stamina.

BadBad

memory lossmemory loss

anxiety / anxiety / depressiondepression

irritabilityirritability

poor time poor time managementmanagement

poor concentrationpoor concentration

health problemshealth problems

behavioral issuesbehavioral issues

Variables for Stress ReactionVariables for Stress Reaction

• Source of the stressorSource of the stressor• Crisis experienceCrisis experience• Multiple stressorsMultiple stressors• Your perception of the stressorYour perception of the stressor• Knowledge and preparationKnowledge and preparation• Stress tolerance & personalityStress tolerance & personality• Support network.Support network.

Medical Costs

• About 70% of all medical expenses are from stress related illness.

• Most people cite stress as an initial prompt for beginning drug/alcohol use.

• The New York Times reported on Sept. 4, 2005 that workplace stress costs the nation more than $300 billion each year in health care.

Sources of Stress for TeensChanging Relationship with Peers Responsibilities to their Families

Changing Schools Death of a Loved One

Separation or Divorce of parents Pubertal Changes

Boyfriend/Girlfriend ProblemsCollege DecisionsAcademic Success

Social PressureFinancial Problems

Extra-Curricular Demands / Burnout Physical Appearance

Work / Job

Stress Warning SignsEmotional Symptoms

MoodinessAgitationRestlessnessShort temperImpatienceFeeling tense,overwhelmedDepression, general

unhappinessFeeling neglected,lonely,isolated

Stress Warning SignsPhysical Symptoms

Headaches or backachesMuscle tension and stiffnessNausea or vomiting Weight gain or lossSkin BreakoutsFatigueChest PainFrequent coldsDizziness

Stress Warning SignsCognitive Symptoms

Memory ProblemsIndecisivenessInability to concentratePoor judgmentNegativityConstant worryingLoss of objectivityFearful anticipation/anxious

thoughts

Stress Warning SignsBehavioral Symptoms

Eating more or lessSleeping too much or too littleIsolating yourself from othersUsing drugs or alcoholExploding in angerOver reactingOverdoing activitiesNervous habitsLoss of interest in

school/relationships

Occupational

Spiritual

Emotional

Intellectual

PHYSICAL

SOCIAL

6 Dimensions of Wellness

7 Health Habits to Increase 7 Health Habits to Increase Life ExpectancyLife Expectancy

1. Adequate Sleep2. Weight

Maintenance3. Non-smoking4. Moderate Alcohol5. Regular Exercise6. Eating Breakfast7. Minimal Snacking

Girl Pride Stress Management

Workshop

Jessie

Coral

Hayley

Lindsey

Lindsey Mc

Peer Leaders 2011

Dot, Yoga Instructor

TTips to Reduce Stressips to Reduce Stress• Take deep breaths accompanied by thoughts of

being in control.• Set small goals and break tasks into smaller

manageable chunks.• Create a schedule and master time management.• Exercise and eat regularly; avoid excessive

caffeine.• Focus on things you can control; let go of the rest.• Be assertive with others. It’s OK to say NO!• Talk about problems with others. Develop a

support system.• Change unrealistic expectations. • Schedule breaks and enjoyable activities.• Practice relaxation techniques: deep breathing,

yoga, muscle release, etc.

• MOST IMPORTANT… Self-Esteem Accepting yourself as you are and identifying unique strengths and building on them. Realize that no one is perfect!