STRESS MANAGEMENT

MS. JESSICA TAN

CSUCC - Guidance Counselor
 OBJECTIVES

• Define Mental Health

• Define Stress and identify the cause and
symptoms
• Determine the strategies to manage and
handle stress
What is
Mental Health

A state of well-being in which every individual

realizes his or her own potential, can cope with
the normal stresses of life, can work productively
and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution
to his or her community.”

World Health Organization (2014)

Mental Health

- Mental health includes our psychological,

social, and emotional well-being. It affects
how we feel, think and act. It also
determines how we handle stress, relate to
others and make choices.

 
Why is Mental Health Important?

- We all have mental health like we all have

physical health
- Mental well-being is one of our most valuable
assets.
- Like any physical health condition, mental
health problems can affect a person’s
functioning at home, school, work and
community.
“The only person without any stress is a
dead person”

- Hans Selye 
Are You Stressed?
What is Stress?

- Stress can be defined as any type of

change that causes physical, emotional,
or psychological strain. Stress is the
body's response to anything that
requires attention or action.  
Myths About Stress

- Stress is same for everyone

- All stress is bad
- No symptoms, no stress
- Stress is everywhere, and there is
nothing you can do 
- Only major symptoms of stress are
harmful
 Types of Stress

- Good Stress
- Bad Stress
Common Causes of Distress

 Death/illness of family
members, near relative or
friends
At Home  Separation of
parents/partners
 Unemployment
 Relationship problems
 Legal problems
 Common Causes of Distress

 Excessive work pressure

 Working overtime and on
At School/Work holidays
 Meeting deadlines
Common Causes of Distress
 Signs Of Stress

Physical

- Headache
- Back Pain
- Fatigue
- Hair Fall
- Pimples
- Allergies
- Aches and Pains
 Signs Of Stress

Mental

- Difficulty concentrating
- Poor decision making
- Increased errors
 Signs Of Stress

Emotional

- Mood swings
- Constant worrying
- Irritability
- Impulsive behavior
Stress Management
Stress Management

SELF-CARE

- Value YOURSELF. It’s a

way of signaling to
yourself that you matter
in your own life.
- Practice positive self-
affirmations
Stress Management

SET REALISTIC GOALS

 Manage your time well
 Learn to prioritize things
 Decide what you want to
achieve academically,
professionally and
personally, and write down
the steps you need to realize
your goals.
Stress Management

CONNECT WITH OTHERS

- Social connections can help

us regulate with our
emotions
- Try to connect with people
who have a positive outlook
and can make you laugh and
help you
Stress Management

MAINTAIN A HEALTHY
LIFESTYLE
- Healthy eating
- Exercise regularly
- Get enough sleep
- Quit from your vices
- Smile and laugh
Stress Management

MAKE TIME FOR HOBBIES

- Listen to music, sing and

dance to your favorite
melody
- Photography, drawing,
painting
Stress Management

LIMIT NEWS AND MEDIA

CONSUMPTION

- It’s good to be informed, but

hearing about the pandemic
constantly can be upsetting.
Stress Management

SET BOUNDARIES AROUND

SOCIAL MEDIA

- It’s important to practice

social distancing with social
media too.
Stress Management

RELAXATION

- Meditation - can help restore

your sense of control as you
focus on your breath or a
positive word or phrase
- Prayer
Stress Management

TALK ABOUT IT

If you find yourself feeling

stressed or anxious, please
don’t keep it to yourself.
Talk to someone, whether
it’s a friend, family
member, your teacher or
your guidance counselor.
 Synthesis

Stress is everywhere. It is a common problem in

our life. However, stress has an advantages and
disadvantages.

If we will handle stress effectively this can

provide a lot of advantages to us. But if it is not
handle effectively this may lead to a lot problem
to our life.
HAVE A GREAT DAY!