Understand the impact of stress Understand coping strategies to help deal with stress What is Stress Most commonly its a mix of anxiety tension nerves and depression feeling flatsad Stress is very common we all have stress in our lives and there are times when this is worse that ot ID: 1010666
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1. Stress Busters!Understand the nature of stressUnderstand the impact of stressUnderstand coping strategies to help deal with stress
2. What is Stress?Most commonly it’s a mix of anxiety (tension, nerves) and depression (feeling flat/sad)Stress is very common – we all have stress in our lives and there are times when this is worse that others. Think of blood pressure – we all have it, but if it becomes high we need to do something about it!
3. Shaky PersonWhat stresses do young people today face?What do you think stresses your young person?
4. Anxiety: Fight or Flight?Normal response to a situation where you feel under threat e.g. walk out in front of a car, chased by a dog etcBody prepares to fight for its lifeBody prepares to run for its life
5. Not so helpful when…It goes into overdrive and constant stressors get on top of you such as:Money worriesUnmanageable workloadRelationship problemsBeing bulliedIsolationSitting exams!
6. Physiological responseBlood needed in limbs Away from surfacePale faceNeed this fastHeart speeds upPalpitationsConserve energyDigestion slows downFeel sickBody needs to be light for speedDump non-essential weightUrge to go to toilet!Need energy from glucoseRapid use of blood glucoseDry mouthBrain on high alertEmotional responseTearful/angry
7. Physical effectsRapid, uneven heartbeatChest painOver-breathing/ breathlessnessDizzinessHeadachesSweating and hot flushesTingling / numbnessChoking sensationsDry mouthNausea, vomiting and diarrhoeaMuscle aches and painsRestlessness, tremors and shaking
8. Psychological & Behavioural effectsWorryingMind racing/going blankPoor concentration/memoryIndecisiveIrritability, impatience, angerConfusionRestlessnessSleep disturbanceAvoidance of situationsObsessive/compulsive behaviourDiscomfort in social situationsPhobic behaviour
9. What coping mechanisms do you have as adults?
10. Group discussionOut of all of these coping mechanisms – which ones are positive?Do the negative ones help to help or hinder stress?
11. Positive Coping StrategiesBeing more active Reducing alcoholRelaxation (CD)SleepBeing aware of negative thinking – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) approach –Living Life to the Full (DVD)
12. Positive Coping StrategiesTake responsibility for improving physical and emotional wellbeingAvoiding pitfalls by addressing negative attitudes that add to the stress your experiencingLearning better communication skills to ease and improve relationship with managers and colleagues
13. Positive Coping StrategiesHealthy food choices – low blood sugar makes you feel anxious an irritable, over eating can make you feel lethargic and sluggish. Eat small but frequent meals to keep your energy up and avoid mood swings
14. Time management tips to reduce stressCreate a balanced schedule: - All work and no play is a recipe for burnout. Find a balance between work, family life, social activities, solitary pursuits, daily responsibilities and downtimeAvoid over committing yourself:- Avoid scheduling things back to back. Distinguish between the ‘shoulds’ and the ‘musts’Try to leave earlier in the morning:- avoid adding to your stress by running late!Plan regular breaks:- take time out to recharge, clear your mind – you’ll be more productive and feel better!
15. Reduce stress by improving emotional intelligenceSelf Awareness – the ability to recognise your emotions and their impact on yourself and othersSelf-management- the ability to control your emotions and behaviour to adapt to changing circumstancesSocial Awareness- the ability to sense, understand, react to others emotions and feel comfortable sociallyRelationship management – the ability to inspire, influence and connect to others and manage conflict
16. What one thing will you change when managing stress with your young person?
17. Here is what they have told us… Leave them alone Do not react when they are in a moodHate being shouted atAsk what can I do to help you right now – sometimes it is back to number 1 of being left alone!!Offer an ear but not adviceDon’t say – ‘Don’t worry about it, it’s not a big deal’ remember it is to them