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    SRS 1: 2020

    GENERAL
    PSYCOLOGY
    STRESS AND STRESS
    MANAGEMENT
    Group Members:
     Naomi Tei
     Perpetua Tapui
     Chris Vava
     Annemary Wangogo
     Samantha Wamuk
    Outline

    Introduction

     Difference between the good and bad stress

    Symptoms of the negative stress and ways of reducing it

    Different ways of coping with stress

    Conclusion

    Bibliographies
    Introduction

    What is stress?
    • Psychologically, stress is a feeling of pressure and emotional strain. It is known as a
    psychological pain.
    • biological context, stress is a mental, emotional and physical factor that causes bodily or
    mental tensions
    Difference between the good and bad stress

    Good stress
    •Good stress or what psychologists refers to as “eustress” is the type of stress we feel
    when we fell exited or in simple stress that beneficial and motivating.

    Source link: https://www.verywellmind.com/what-kind-of-stress-is-good-for-you-3145055


    Cont…

    Bad stress
    • Bad stress or distress, is the stress that cause anxiety and even
    health problems.
    woman-strained-expression-hand-to-shoulder-768.webp

    Symptoms of Negative Stress

    • Low energy.

    • Headaches.

    • Upset stomach, including diarrhea, constipation, and nausea.

    • Aches, pains, and tense muscles.

    • Chest pain and rapid heartbeat.

    Source link: https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-effects_of-stress- on-the-body#1


    Ways of reducing it

    •Keep a positive attitude.

    •Accept that there are events that you cannot control.

    •Be assertive instead of aggressive. ...

    •Learn and practice relaxation techniques; try meditation, yoga, or tai-chi for
    stress management.

    •Exercise regularly. ...

    •Eat healthy, well-balanced meals.

    Source link: https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-management


    Different ways of coping with Stress

    • Avoid caffeine, Alcohol, and Nicotine


    • Indulge in physical activity
    • Get more rest
    • Talk to some one
    • Keep a stress diary
    • Manage your time
    • Learn to say “No”
    • Rest if you are ill
    • Take control

    Source link: https://www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/suicide/copingwith-stresstips.html


    Conclusion

    • Stress is an unavoidable reality of life in today’s world. You can


    not beat it entirely and you can not live without it. However,
    stress can be comforted and reduced only if we understand
    ourselves better, analyze the behavior and identify the stressors.
    The stress management techniques will work if we are not honest
    with ourselves and adapt to the techniques in their fullest spirit.
    Bibliography

    Elizabeth Scott, MS (2020). When stress is actually good for you.


    Retrieved 21 June 2020 from https://
    www.verywellmind.com/what-kind-of-stress-is-good-for-you-3145055
    WebMD (2019). Stress symptoms. Retrieved 15 June 2020 from
    https://www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-symptoms-
    effects_of-stress-on-the-body#1

    WebMD (2020). Stress Management. Retrieved 16 June 2020 from https://


    www.webmd.com/balance/stress-management/stress-management
    CDC (2019). Coping with stress. Retrieved 16 June 2020 from https://
    www.cdc.gov/violenceprevention/suicide/copingwith-stresstips.html

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