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What are the techniques for managing stress?
-build social support systems
-develop communication skills
-exercise regularly
-get enough sleep
-eat a nutritious diet
-manage your time effectively
-change your perceptions of stressors
-create a personal stress management plan
-practice relaxation techniques
Effective Time Management
set priorities
schedule tasks for times of peak efficiency
set, write down, and visualize realistic goals
budget time
break up long-term goals into short-term ones
learn to say "No"
be task oriented
take breaks and enjoy free time
delegate responsibilities
avoid procrastination
Time Management
the prioritizing, scheduling, and execution of one's responsibilities
-conduct a time audit
-prioritize your activities
-develop and action plan
Managing Stress- Know thyself
Locus of Control
-phychological concept referring to a person's beliefs about underlying causes of life's events
Internal Control
-Outcomes are contigent on a person's actions
External Control
-Outcomes are determined by events or forces outside personal control
Dealing with the Challenge of Stress
Recognize signs of stress
Find an enjoyable outles
Seek control, but be realistic
Find social support through strong relationships
Stress Management Techniques
Deep breathing
progressive muscle relaxation
visualization
meditation
physical activity
Relaxation Techniques
progressive muscle relaxation
visualization
meditation
deep/controlled breathing
biofeedback. Low tone vocal
Yoga
Aerobic Exersize
Laughter
Goal of Relaxation Techniques
Shut off stimulation of sympathetic branch of nervous system
Author
sskidmore3
ID
200333
Card Set
Stress
Description
Health Class
Updated
2013-02-13T19:39:36Z
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