Causes of Stress
True or False - Stress is an emotional or physical response to unexpected events.
TRUE
True or False: Coping mechanisms can be used repeatedly to reduce stress with the same effect.
False - coping mechanisms loose their effectiveness over time. We need to do more to receive the same result
True or False: Acute stress is something that goes on for a long time.
False - acute stress is short term stress that goes away quickly. (slamming on your breaks)
Stressed out employees can cause which of the following negative effects on a business? a. Absenteeism b. Employee turnover c. Accidents d. All of the above
What is All of the Above
True or False: You can completely eliminate stress by avoiding stressful situations.
False - Stress is a part of life. There are both positive and negative stressors.
What is the leading source of stress in American adults? a.Occupational pressures and fears b.Commuting to work c.Compensation d.Social duties
What is Occupational Pressures and Fears
True or False: Playing Sudoku, solitaire, and arcade games are all examples of stress relieving activities.
True
Chronic stress is stress that lasts for weeks or months - money problems, health problems.
What percent of employers currently offer stress management? a.10% b.25% c.40% d.65%
What is 10%
True or False: Your body knows the difference between physical and psychological threats.
False - our brain does not know the difference between real and perceived threats
What are 3 causes of work stress? (there are more than three)
•Being unhappy in your job •Having a heavy workload or too much responsibility •Working long hours •Having poor management, or unclear expectations of your work • having no say in the decision-making process •Being insecure about your chance for advancement or risk of termination • not having working equipment
What are 3 behavioural symptoms of stress?
avoiding difficult situations, lack of communication, crying, difficulty concentrating, teeth grinding, biting your nails, difficulty making decisions, use of drugs or alcohol to dull the pain, neglect of physical appearance,
Share some examples of emotional symptoms of stress
Managing stress is all about taking charge of...
Your thoughts, emotions, environment, and the way you deal with problems.
What are 3 causes of life stress? (there are more than three)
•The death of a loved one •Divorce •Loss of a job •Increase in financial obligations •Chronic illness or injury •Emotional problems (depression, anxiety, anger, grief, guilt, low self-esteem) •Taking care of an elderly or sick family member •Traumatic event, such as a natural disaster, theft, or violence against you or a loved one.
List some ways to reduce stress
Looking for clear solutions, shifting your perspectives, exercise, meditation, reading,
What are 3 positive stressors? (there are more than three)
•Meeting or engaging in a challenge. •Coming in first place in a race. •Getting a promotion at your job. •Watching a suspenseful or scary movie. •Love, marriage, or childbirth. •Riding a roller coaster. •The holidays. •Engaging in exercise, especially weight training.
Your ability to tolerate stress depends on many factors, including...
The quality of your relationships, your general outlook on life, your emotional intelligence, genetics, your mental, physical, emotional and spiritual health
What are some causes of internal stress?
• Fear and uncertainty. •Attitudes and perceptions. •Unrealistic expectations. •Change, low self esteem, negative self talk, focusing on things we can't control.
List 3 positive coping mechanisms that help reduce stress.(there are more than three)
•Listening to music •Playing with a pet •Laughing or crying •Going out with a friend (shopping, movie, dining) •Taking a bath or shower •Writing, painting, or other creative activity •Praying or going to church •Exercising or getting outdoors to enjoy nature •Discussing situations with a spouse or close friend •Gardening or making home repairs
Name one of the changes the body goes through during Fight or Flight.
Increase in heart rate and blood pressure, blood flow is redirected to vital organs so extremities may feel cold, adrenaline spikes which may cause trembling and blunts pain response, memories can be affected,
List 3 negative physical effects of stress. (there are more then three)
Headache, chest pains, nausea, and diarrhea, and a sensation of numbness or tingling in your hands, arms, and face, sleep disturbance, muscle tension, heartburn, weight loss or gain, sexual difficulties, fast breathing. sweating, and sweaty palms.
Avoid the stressor - say no, control your environment, reduce your daily tasks; Alter the stressor - change the way you function - express your feelings, compromise, be more assertive, manage your time better;
Adapt your expectations and attitudes- reframe your problems, focus on positive Accept the stressor- let go of control, share your feelings, forgive, look for the positive