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    Stress is a feeling of emotional strain and pressure that can manifest physically. The document outlines common signs of stress like sleep disturbances, memory problems, and skin issues. It also lists symptoms such as back pain, fatigue, and depression. Major life events are quantified using a stress scale, with death of a spouse being the highest at 100 points. To reduce stress, the document recommends becoming aware of your stressors and reactions, recognizing what you can change, and building physical and emotional reserves.

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    Managing Stress

    By:
    Debbyann Rodney Pike
    What is Stress?
    In psychology, stress is a feeling of emotional strain and pressure. Stress
    is a type of psychological pain. Small amounts of stress may be desired,
    beneficial, and even healthy. Positive stress helps improve athletic
    performance.
    What inside
    Stress Sign Stress Symptom
     
    Sleep disturbances Back shoulder or neck pain
     

    Constipation problems Fatigue


    Memory problems Depression, moodiness
     

    Skin problems (hives Trouble thinking clearly


    Eczema, psoriasis, tics  

    Itching)
      Chest pains
       
    What is stress?
    Sign and Symptoms of Stress

    Stress Signs Stress Symptoms


    • Depression or anxiety. • Low energy.
    • Anger, irritability, or restlessness. • Headaches.
    • Feeling overwhelmed, unmotivated, or unfocused. • Upset stomach, including diarrhea, constipation, and
    nausea.
    • Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much.
    • Aches, pains, and tense muscles.
    • Racing thoughts or constant worry.
    • Chest pain and rapid heartbeat.
    • Problems with your memory or concentration.
    • Insomnia.
    • Making bad decisions
    • Frequent colds and infections.
    • Loss of sexual desire and/or ability.
    Common Causes of Stress According to Holmes-Raye
    Scale (Table summary)

    Causes Stress Level (in points)


    Death of a spouse 100
    Divorce 73
    Marriage 50
    Pregnancy 40
    Buying a house 31
    Christmas 12
    Persons affected by Stress
    Table1
    Field1 A B C D E F
    Death Divorce Marriage Pregnancy Buying House Christmas

    Stress Level 100 73 50 40 31 12


    How to get of rid of stress
    1. Become aware of what causes your stress
    2. Become aware of your emotional and physical reactions to stress.
    3. Recognize what you can change.
    4. Reduce the intensity of your emotional reactions to stress.
    5. Learn to moderate your physical reactions to stress.
    6. Build your physical reserves.
    7. Maintain your emotional reserve.

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