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Counseling

Counseling. Surviving Stress 101. Recognizing Stress and Learning Effective Ways to Cope. A normal part of life Has good and bad implications Biological response to our environment Flight or fight response Physical and mental reactions. WHAT IS STRESS?. Fight or Flight Response.

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Counseling

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  1. Counseling Surviving Stress 101 Recognizing Stress and Learning Effective Ways to Cope

  2. A normal part of life Has good and bad implications Biological response to our environment Flight or fight response Physical and mental reactions WHAT IS STRESS?

  3. Fight or Flight Response

  4. Normal Response to Our Environment

  5. Common Stressful Events • moving • starting college • tests • changing jobs • births • deaths • breakups in relationships • financial hardships

  6. Busy modern life • Studying for exams • Handling emergencies • balance responsibilities

  7. Releases chemicals into the blood , causing physical changes--faster heartbeat, increased muscle tension, This gives us extra strength and energy Helps us deal with stressful events such as: What Happens WhenWe Are Stressed

  8. Identify Stress in your Life

  9. Tiredness/exhaustion Tight muscles Nervousness Stomach problems Change in appetite General body complaints: weakness, headache, back pain, etc. Symptoms of Too Much Stress

  10. Situation How it made me feel physically How I felt mentally How did I react to the situation What did I say to myself about the situation? Keep a Stress Diary

  11. Simplify Your Life Ask for help Practice Time Management Minimize Alcohol Use Humor--Take Time to Play Relaxation Techniques Get Counseling If Needed Strategies to Manage Stress in Your Life

  12. IMAGERY Relaxation Techniques

  13. 3 “I See……” 3 “I Hear….” 3 “I Feel…..” 2 “I See…...” 2 “I Hear….” 2 “I Feel…..” 1 “I See…...” 1 “I Hear….” 1 “I Feel…..” Relaxation Techniques 3-2-1 Relax

  14. Muscle Relaxation

  15. Assertiveness Training Time Management Problem Solving Social Support Exercise Plenty of Sleep Fun Other Stress Relieving Strategies

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