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Stress
Stress
Stress
Stress Facts
The American Academy of Family Physicians estimates that 60% of the problems brought to physicians in the U.S. are stress related. Many are the result of stress; others are made worse or last longer because of it.
Direct effect Raises blood pressure Impairs immune system Indirect effect Less positive behaviors (exercise, healthy diet, lack of sleep) More negative behaviors (drinking, smoking, unhealthy diet)
BURN OUT
(Distress)
EUSTRESS
(The optimal amount of stress)
Stress Continuum
Eustress
Creativity, problem solving, change, satisfaction
Types of Stressors
Environmental
Heat, noise, crowding
Physiological
Drugs, caffeine, tobacco
Emotional (psycho-social)
Pressures, life
Negative
Harder to accept than
positive
Uncontrollable
Take control of what you
can
Ambiguous
Accompanies poorly defined
expectations
Coping
Outcome
Appraisal of Stressors
High Stress See stressor as a threat Stressor Appraisal See stressor as a challenge Low Stress Stress
Hardiness
Commitment Control Challenge
Responses to Stress
Physiological
Increased HR Tense muscles
Cognitive
Worry, lack of concentration forgetfulness
Emotional
Anger, sense of dread
Behavioral
Less patient, hurrying
Stress
Outcome
Summary of Stress
You may not be able to smooth out the surf, but you can learn to ride the waves!
Meditation / Imagery
Relies on deep breathing Facilitated by images of peace and relaxation
Exercise
Provides a break from reality Improves mood and self-esteem
Summary
Stress is a natural part of life but with appropriate stress management techniques you can learn to manage it more effectively.
Time Management
Maximizing your available time Focusing your time on your priorities
Establish priorities Monitor current time use Analyze time use Make a schedule