How to avoid and manage stress BY DANIEL

How to avoid and manage stress BY: DANIEL CHO

Many people have stress whether they may be at work, school, or even at home however there are ways to avoid, cope, or reduce this stress

Overview �I. What is stress �II. What causes stress? �Ways to avoid and manage stress �Ways to avoid stress during exams

What is stress? �Stress is your body's way of responding to any kind of demand. �Stress can be harmful in the long term. Risk factor for developing heart problems and other conditions. From these conditions, it may be hard to give your full performance at work or at school. It can also affect your relationships with other people "What is stress? " Mountain State Centers for Independent Living, Serving People with Disabilities in West Virginia. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Sept. 2012.

What Causes Stress? �Stress can be caused from physical or emotional damage. Can be from work, school, or even from your relationship from other people. �There are several types of stress. Survival Stress, Internal Stress, Environmental Stress, and Fatigue and Overwork. "What is stress? " Mountain State Centers for Independent Living, Serving People with Disabilities in West Virginia. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Sept. 2012.

Ways to Avoid Stress �Learn how to say “no”- Know your limit and stop there. Do not take on more than you can handle �Avoid people who stress you out �Talk to a counselor-express your feelings instead of keeping them in. Let go of anger. �Think positively-Be optimistic. Be around people that are upbeat �Try to relax and do something you enjoy. �Eat a healthy diet �Exercise regularly More at: "Stress Management: How to Reduce, Prevent, and Cope with Stress. " Helpguide helps you help yourself to better mental and emotional health. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Sept. 2012.

Stress from Exams �Many of us get stressed from exams. �Ways to avoid Set aside portions of your day from 2 -3 hrs Study during your peak concentration � Study at a library or somewhere quiet Have break time during your studies � Exercising has been proved to be very effective to increase your concentration Get plenty of sleep "ABC time management. " The University of Arizona Campus Health Service. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Sept. 2012.

Conclusion �Stress can be very devastating. It can take over your life and alter it. In the end, try to relax and have some of “you” time. �Stress should be a powerful driving force, not an obstacle. ~Bill Phillips "Stress Quotes, Relaxation Sayings, Quotations about Tension. " Web. 25 Sept. 2012.

Sources � "ABC time management. " The University of Arizona Campus Health Service. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Sept. 2012. <http: //www. health. arizona. edu/health_topics/mental_healt h/managingstressexam. htm>. � "Stress Management: How to Reduce, Prevent, and Cope with Stress. " Helpguide helps you help yourself to better mental and emotional health. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Sept. 2012. <http: //www. helpguide. org/mental/stress_management_reli ef_coping. htm>. � "Stress Quotes, Relaxation Sayings, Quotations about Tension. " Web. 25 Sept. 2012. � "What is stress? " Mountain State Centers for Independent Living, Serving People with Disabilities in West Virginia. N. p. , n. d. Web. 25 Sept. 2012. <http: //www. mtstcil. org/skills/stress-definition-1. html>.