Managing Stress & AnxietyCh. 8

Effects of Stress Perception is the act of becoming aware

through the senses.

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Stressor Anything that causes stress

Biological- such as illness, disabilities, or injuries

Environmental-such as poverty, pollution, crowding noise, or natural disaster

Cognitive or Thinking-such as the way you perceive a situation or how it affects you and the world around you

Personal Behavior-such as negative reaction in the body and mind caused by using tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs or by a lack of physical activity

Life Situation-such as the death of a pet, the separation or divorce of parents, or having trouble in relationships with peers

Body’s Stress Response Alarm-high alert Resistance-fight or flight Fatigue-physical, psychological, or

pathological

Stress and your Health Physical Effects-headache, asthmas,

high bp, weak immune system Mental/Emotional & Social Effects-

difficulty concentrating, mood swings, risks of substance abuse

Chronic Stress-Stress associated with long term problems that are beyond a persons control

Personal Causes of Stress Life Events-marriage, birth, adoption,

illness, divorce, drivers license, graduation, moving

Physical Stressors-pollution, excessive noise, physical injury, lack of rest, drug use, excessive dieting & exercise

Daily Hassles-time pressure, too many responsibilities, deadline, conflicts with fellow students

Managing Stress Plan ahead Get adequate sleep Get regular physical activity Eat nutritious foods

Stress Management Techniques

Redirect your energy Relax and Laugh Keeps a positive outlook Seek out support

Anxiety & Teen Depression Anxiety-the condition of feeling uneasy

or worried about what may happen Depression-prolonged feeling of

helplessness, hopelessness and sadness Reactive depression-response to a

stressful event Major depression-medical condition

requiring treatment

Symptoms of Depression Irritable or restless mood Withdrawal from friends or fun activities Change in appetite or weight Feeling of guilt Sense of hopelessness