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How to Deal with Stress

How to Deal with Stress

Define Stress �Stress: The way our body reacts physically and emotionally, to a situation

Define Stress �Stress: The way our body reacts physically and emotionally, to a situation we are asked to change or adapt to. �Stressor: Is an event that gives us our stress. �Fight or Flight What is this?

What is your stress level? �Go to http: //www. stress. org. uk/stresstest. aspx �Take

What is your stress level? �Go to http: //www. stress. org. uk/stresstest. aspx �Take the test and record your score somewhere on the work sheet titled Stressed Out? Not Me!

Stress related Health Problems �Using your phone or laptop look up Health problems related

Stress related Health Problems �Using your phone or laptop look up Health problems related to stress. �Use Google or Webmd �Go to www. webmd. com In the search bar type in effects of stress Select the first option On the left hand tab click on effects of stress. �Share with class when found.

Findings

Findings

Two Types of Stress � Distress –negative stress Causes anxiety or concern Can be

Two Types of Stress � Distress –negative stress Causes anxiety or concern Can be short- or long-term Is perceived as outside of our coping abilities Feels unpleasant Decreases performance Can lead to mental and physical problems ▪ Eating Disorders ▪ Anxiety ▪ High Blood Pressure � Eustress – positive stress Motivates, focuses energy Is short-term Is perceived as within our coping abilities Feels exciting Improves performance

Signs and Symptoms of someone under Physical Stress �Pale skin �Clenched Teeth �Cold Hands

Signs and Symptoms of someone under Physical Stress �Pale skin �Clenched Teeth �Cold Hands �Trembling �Dilated eyes �Dry mouth �Aches and Pains �Can’t Concentrate �Can’t Sleep �Very Tired �Knots in your stomach �Unexplained illness

Signs and Symptoms of Someone under Emotional Stress �Tearful �Angry �Feeling Hopeless �Charged Up

Signs and Symptoms of Someone under Emotional Stress �Tearful �Angry �Feeling Hopeless �Charged Up �Excited �Nervous �Tense

Signs and Symptoms of Someone under Mental Stress �Negative Thoughts �Thoughts about hurting themselves

Signs and Symptoms of Someone under Mental Stress �Negative Thoughts �Thoughts about hurting themselves i. e. Suicidal

What causes stress for Middle School Students �Too many things happening at once �Expecting

What causes stress for Middle School Students �Too many things happening at once �Expecting too much of yourself �Others expecting too much out of you �Major Life Changes �Recurring Life Hassles (Family Illness, Financial Problems, Parents Fighting) �Friendship changes or problems �Grades �Taking a test �Being teased or bullied

How Do You Relieve Stress? � Negative: Fight Destroy Property Blame yourself or others

How Do You Relieve Stress? � Negative: Fight Destroy Property Blame yourself or others for causing it Give Up Overeat � Positive: Listen to music Talk to a friend or trusted adult Eat Properly Get Sleep Exercise/Yoga Write in a Journal

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