what is stress? stress is simply the mind and body’s reactions to everyday demands. it causes...
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What is Stress?
Stress is simply the mind
and body’s reactions to everyday demands.
It causes psychophysiological illnesses.
lack of joy, spontaneity, happiness,
intolerance of people and irritability
outbursts of anger
difficulty in concentrating or making decisions
beginning or increased use of alcohol or drugs
restlessness or difficulty being alone
loss of efficiency in work/school
preoccupation with negative thoughts
frequent physical illnesses real or imagined
persistent nightmares and recurring bad dreams
psychosomatic illness, ie: unexplainable rash
withdrawal from friends and social situations
"Nothing gives one person so much advantage over another as to remain always cool and unruffled under all circumstances.“~Thomas Jefferson
Its not stress that kills us,it is our reaction to it.Hans Selye
Stress is nothing more than a socially acceptable form of mental illness. ~Richard Carlson
The perfect no-stress environment is the grave.~Greg Anderson
Stress Cases Per Million Hours Worked
020
4060
80100
120140
160180
200
1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995
FemaleMale
Which year did men report more stress than women?
1990
Different types of stress?
Acute stress
sudden jolt in which you know exactly why you’re stressed
Episodic acute stress endure acute stress frequently
those prone to episodic acute stress include driven, hard-charging “Type A” personality types and worrywarts
Chronic stress
stress that wears you down day after
day and year after year, with no visible escape.
Traumatic stressSevere stress reactions
catastrophic event or intense experience
Top Two Reasons for Stress
Lack of Sleep & Repetitive Tasks
“I’m just sitting here watching the wheels go round and round…
I just love to see them turn.
No longer on the merry-go-round…
I just had to let it go”
John Lennon
Intellectual symptoms: How stress can affect your mind
•Memory problems. •Difficulty making decisions. •Inability to concentrate. •Confusion. •Seeing only negative. •Repetitive or racing thoughts. •Poor judgment. •Loss of objectivity. •Desire to escape or run away.
Moody and hypersensitive. Restlessness and anxiety.
Depression. Anger and resentment.
Easily irritated and “on edge”. Sense of being overwhelmed.
Lack of confidence. Apathy.
Urge to laugh or cry at inappropriate times
Emotional symptoms:How stress can make you feel
Headaches Digestive problems
Muscle tension and painSleep disturbances
Fatigue Chest pain, irregular heartbeat
High blood pressureWeight gain or loss
Asthma or shortness of breath Skin problems
Decreased sex drive
Physical symptoms:
How stress can affect your body
STRESS-FACTStress releases fatty
acids and glucose into bloodstream- cortisol
These become natural fat and cholesterol which is deposited on arterial walls.
Health Problems Linked to Stress
Substance abuse Ulcers
Irritable bowel syndrome Memory loss
Autoimmune diseases (e.g. lupus)
Insomnia Thyroid problems
Infertility
Heart attack Hypertension
Stroke Cancer
Diabetes Depression
Obesity Eating disorders
STRESS-MATHCaffeine and tobacco raise
heart rate 14 beats per minute.
When combined with stress, heart rate is increased to 38 beats a minute.
A smoker’s heart beats____________ more
times in twenty four period.
20,160
Behavioral symptoms:Stress can affect your behavior
Eating more or less. Sleeping too much or too little. Isolating yourself from others.
Neglecting your responsibilities. Increasing alcohol and drug use.
Nervous habits (e.g. nail biting, pacing).
Teeth grinding or jaw clenching. Overdoing activities such as
exercising or shopping. Losing your temper.
Overreacting to unexpected problems.
Poverty and financial worries Long-term unemployment
Dysfunctional family relationships Caring for chronically ill family member
Feeling trapped in unhealthy relationships or career choices
Living in area besieged by war or violence
Bullying or harassment Perfectionism
Chronic stress causes:
Affects of Sleep Deprivation• Problem solving skills are impaired.
Sleep loss impairs ability to comprehend rapidly changing situations, increases likelihood of distraction, makes thinking more rigid, reduces ability to produce innovative solutions to problems.
•Communication skills suffer. Sleep loss reduces words in one’s vocabulary verbally and in writing, resulting in stilted conversations & greater use of cliches & slang
•Remove yourself from stressful situation
•Don't sweat the small stuff
•Change the way you react
•Get enough sleep
•Avoid self-medication or escape
Flow with it
•Try to "use" stress
•Seek professional help
Handling Stress
– Eat wisely
– Consult your physician or psychologist for professional advice
– Exercise regularly
– Take time to rest, relax, recreate
– Set goals in you life
– Adapt to change
– Communicate your feelings
– Think positively
Don’t Be So Serious
• Everyone needs a good laugh now and then. It’s free, it’s contagious, and it’s good for you! Here are some suggestions to help you add humor to your life.– Play – Look at the big picture– Consider how your favorite person would handle a
situation– Hang out with people you laugh with– Have a positive outlook– Make time for laughter
What Can Laughter Do For You?
• Gives your heart and lungs a workout
• Helps you relax• Boosts the immune
system• Reduces pain• Improves mood
• Gives a feeling of control
• Makes us more creative
• Fights depression• Reduces anger• Helps with chronic
breathing problems
The Pet Prescription
Research has shown that when dog or cat owners were asked to perform a stressful arithmetic task, they showed less stress in company of pets than in company of friend. Other studies found that owning a pet relieves depression, reduces blood pressure, triglycerides, improves exercise habits, lowers risk of heart attacks.
Effect of music on heart rate measured one week before surgery (1), on day of surgery (2), just before surgery (3), during surgery (4) and after surgery (5).
Are you stressed? Try the stress test:
This was used in a case study on stress level at St. Mary's Hospital. Look at both dolphins jumping out of the
water. The dolphins are identical. A closely monitored, scientific study of a group revealed that in spite of the fact the dolphins are identical; a person under stress would find differences in the two dolphins. If there are any differences found between both dolphins, it means
that the person is experiencing a great amount of stress. Look at the photograph and if you find more than one or
two differences you may want to make an appt with …..
Grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change
Courage to change the things I cannot accept and the wisdom to hide the bodies of those I killed today because they didn’t complete the reading guide like I told them!