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The Body’s Stress ResponseSlide2
The body and mind go on high alert
The hypothalamus is excitedAutonomic nervous system is activatedThe pituitary gland is activated
Stage 1 - AlarmSlide3
Stage 1 - Alarm
The pituitary gland secretes a hormoneThis activates the adrenal glands
The adrenal glands secrete adrenaline
Fight or flight responseSlide4
Stage 1 – Alarm: Adrenaline
Called the “emergency hormone”Heart rate speeds up
Pumps more blood to muscles and brain
Breathing becomes faster and deeper
May feel flush
Throat muscles may contractSlide5Slide6
Stage 2 - Resistance
The body tries to return to normal and repair damage from stressful eventIf the body is under prolonged stress, resistance stress occurs
Physical resistance reaches its peak
This is why people can do amazing things is stressful situationsSlide7
Stage 3 - Fatigue
When the body is continually exposed to a stressor, the mind becomes worn down.A person’s activity level is loweredSlide8
Stage 3 – Fatigue: 3 Types
Physical FatigueOccurs at the end of a long day or exercise
The body produces waste products, such as lactic acid and carbon dioxide
The buildup of waste products can produce soreness in the muscles, a weakness of muscle strength.Slide9
Stage 3 – Fatigue: 3 Types
Pathological FatigueThe overworking of the body’s defenses
Anemia, the flu, obesity, all bring on pathological fatigue
Alcohol and drugs can also cause thisSlide10
Stage 3 – Fatigue: 3 Types
Psychological FatigueThis results from constant worrying, over working, depression, boredom, isolation, and more.Slide11
It’s all about perspective.
Story Time
A
father passing by his son's
bedroom was astonished to see
that his bed was nicely made and
everything was picked up. Then
he saw an envelope, propped up
prominently on the pillow that was
addressed to "Dad.
“
With
the worst premonition he opened the envelope with trembling hands and read the
letter…Slide12
It
is with great regret and sorrow that I'm writing you. I had to elope with my new girlfriend because I wanted to avoid a scene with mom and you. I have been finding real passion with Stacy and she is so nice. But I knew you would not approve of her because of all her piercings’, and tattoos, and tight motorcycle clothes and the fact that she is much older than I am. But it's not only the passion...Dad, she's pregnant. Stacy said that we will be very happy. Slide13
She owns a trailer in the woods and has a stack of firewood for the whole winter. We share a dream of having many more children. Stacy has opened my eyes to the fact that marijuana doesn't really hurt anyone. We'll be growing it for ourselves and trading it with the other people that live nearby for cocaine and ecstasy. In the meantime we will pray that science will find a cure for AIDS so Stacy can get better. She deserves it. Don't worry Dad. I'm 15 and I know how to take care of myself. Someday I'm sure that we will be back to visit so that you can get to know your grandchildren.
Love,
Your Son JohnSlide14
PS
Dad, none of the above is true. I‘m over at Tommy’s
house. I just wanted to remind you that,
it
’
s
all a matter of perspective, because there are worse things in life than the report card that's in my center desk drawer. I love you. Call me when it's safe to come home.Slide15
Distress
: Positive/beneficial stress.Eustress: Negative stress.Types of StressSlide16
Daily Hassle
: Repetitive, routine problems of daily life (ex: stress from school or homework).Major Life Event: A stressful event that happens to you or those you are close to (ex: death of a parent or family member, divorce of parents, imprisonment of a family member).Catastrophic Event: Sudden, often life threatening disasters that push people to the limits of their coping abilities (ex: tsunami, earthquake).
Types of Stress Cont.Slide17
Coping with Stress
Cognitive Coping Strategies: Ways of dealing with stress by using our minds.
Behavioral Coping Strategies:
Ways of dealing with stress by doing something or taking action to reduce the stressors.Slide18
Reframing
Focusing on the good, not the bad.Positive Self TalkUsing positive statements directed towards ourselves. i.e.- “I can do this.”Keeping PerspectiveWhen under stress, it’s easy to lose our perspective. Ask yourself, Is this really a problem? Is this a problem anyone else has had? Does it really matter?
Cost Benefit Analysis
Is this helping me get things done or is it a distraction to what’s important?
Cognitive Coping StrategiesSlide19
Physical Exercise
Aerobic exercise is the most beneficial for reducing stress. It released chemicals in the body that counteract the ill effects of adrenaline. RelaxationDrop your head forward and roll is side to side, or simply stretching to more progressive relaxation exercises.BreathingSimple deep breaths to breathing exercises.
Smile & Laughing
Gives energy and relaxes the muscles in the face. Laughter releases chemicals in the brain to help enhance good feelings/pleasure.
Time Management
Clarify priorities, set goals, and organize your time to reduce procrastination.
Social Support/Friends
Encourages the development of nurturing and healthy relationships.
Behavioral Coping StrategiesSlide20
Deep Breathing
: Sit in a comfortable position and breath in for a count of four, then out for a count of four. This helps increase oxygen to the body.Progressive Relaxation: Going from one muscle group to another, tighten, hold for a few seconds, then relax.Selective Awareness: Focus on the positive aspects of stress. If you’re nervous about giving a speech, think of it as an opportunity to work on your public speaking skills!
Stress Management SkillsSlide21
Sense of Humor
: Having the ability to laugh at a situation rather than at yourself or someone else. This can help relieve tension in a difficult situation.Meditation: The ability to sit quietly without distraction and focus on breathing. Sometimes having a repetitive thought (mantra) can help.Physical Activity: Aerobic exercise for 30 minutes releases endorphins which are natural chemicals that battle the effects of stress.
Visual Imagery
: Picture yourself in a safe, beautiful place can help your body physically respond by lowering your heart and breathing rate, which has relaxing benefits.
Stress Management SkillsSlide22
Read pgs. 214-218 and 224-227 in the health textbook
Complete questions #1-3, #5, and #6 on page 218, and question #1 on page 227. Then, list and explain the 5 stress management the book explains (pgs. 225-227) and how you could incorporate at least two
of them into your life.