Managing Stress Lesson Overview Positive and negative stress

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Managing Stress

Managing Stress

Lesson Overview Ø Positive and negative stress Ø How your body responds to stress

Lesson Overview Ø Positive and negative stress Ø How your body responds to stress Ø Positive ways to manage stress Ø Methods to manage time Chapter 2, Lesson 2

Quick Write Jot down at least two types of situations that are likely to

Quick Write Jot down at least two types of situations that are likely to cause you to feel stress. (Note to teacher: Use “Pick a Student” button in CPS) Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Positive and Negative Stress Your body’s response to change Ø Positive stress Ø Can

Positive and Negative Stress Your body’s response to change Ø Positive stress Ø Can be healthy and provide a feeling of fulfillment Ø Creates excitement Ø Negative stress Ø Can have unhealthy effects Ø Can’t avoid, but can learn to manage it Ø Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Activity 1: How Stressed Are You? Ø Complete the survey to determine your major

Activity 1: How Stressed Are You? Ø Complete the survey to determine your major stressors and stress level Chapter 2, Lesson 2

How Your Body Responds to Stress response can occur regardless of the type of

How Your Body Responds to Stress response can occur regardless of the type of stressor Ø Three stages of stress response: Ø Alarm Ø Resistance Ø Fatigue Ø Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Negative Impacts of Stress Physical effects include psychosomatic responses Ø Behavioral effects on mental,

Negative Impacts of Stress Physical effects include psychosomatic responses Ø Behavioral effects on mental, emotional, and social health Ø First step in stress management: identify the source of the stress Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Activity 2: How Your Body Responds to Stress Ø Review the section in your

Activity 2: How Your Body Responds to Stress Ø Review the section in your textbook on how your body responds to stress Ø Complete the tree map to identify physical and behavioral effects of stress Chapter 2, Lesson 2

Positive Stress Management Relax Ø Keep a positive outlook Ø Keep your sense of

Positive Stress Management Relax Ø Keep a positive outlook Ø Keep your sense of humor Ø Learn to be assertive Ø Ignore circumstances beyond our control Ø Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Positive Stress Management, cont. Do physical activity Ø Find a hobby you enjoy Ø

Positive Stress Management, cont. Do physical activity Ø Find a hobby you enjoy Ø Avoid tobacco, alcohol, or other drugs Ø Eat healthy Ø Seek out support Ø Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Activity 3: Stress Management Review the section in your textbook on managing stress Ø

Activity 3: Stress Management Review the section in your textbook on managing stress Ø Read the case studies and provide suggestions for stress management in each scenario Ø Complete the questions to assess how stress impacts your life Ø Chapter 2, Lesson 2

Time Management Tips Ø Time management can help you get more done and reduce

Time Management Tips Ø Time management can help you get more done and reduce stress Ø Priority-setting Ø Avoiding mistakes and “do-overs” Ø Thinking, planning, communicating, and listening Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Overcome Procrastination Ø Ø Ø Ø Think positive thoughts Set a regular time and

Overcome Procrastination Ø Ø Ø Ø Think positive thoughts Set a regular time and place to study Allow time for fun, down time, and sleep Break up big tasks into smaller ones Jump in Be good to yourself Don’t work with unclear instructions Deal with the causes of problems Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia

Summary Ø Positive and negative stress Ø How your body responds to stress Ø

Summary Ø Positive and negative stress Ø How your body responds to stress Ø Positive ways to manage stress Ø Methods to manage time Chapter 2, Lesson 2

Next…. Ø Done – managing stress Ø Next – making positive decisions Chapter 2,

Next…. Ø Done – managing stress Ø Next – making positive decisions Chapter 2, Lesson 2 Photo Courtesy of Fotolia