The document discusses stress, defining it as a psychological and physiological response to disruptive influences. It notes there are two types of stress - positive stress which can improve performance, and negative stress which reduces effectiveness. The document then lists common stressors and stress responses that can impact behavior, emotions, cognition, biochemistry, and physical health. It suggests personality types and behaviors associated with stress, and provides strategies for managing stress through mental techniques, diversions, and physical coping strategies.

1. The two-edged word called… STRESS The myth of becoming stress-free...

2. Part One: Stressing What Stress is…

3. Stress  Psychological state associated with physiological and hormonal changes caused by conflict, trauma, or other disruptive influences (stressors).  A condition or feeling experienced when a person perceives that demands exceed the personal & social resources the individual is able to mobilize (Richard S Lazarus )

4. Typical Relationship Between Performance and Stress

6. Part Two: STRESS orsssssss …

8. Stress Responses STRESS Behavioural Sleep disturbance Use of alcohol/drugs Absenteeism Aggression Emotional Depression/anxiety Irritability Crying Suicide Loss of humour Cognitive Lack of concentration Negative thoughts Worrying Poor Memory Biochemical Increased metabolic rate Altered hormone levels (adrenaline, cortisol, ACTH) Altered endorphin levels Physiological Higher blood pressure Rapid shallow breathing Increased heart rate Dilation of pupils Muscle tension Dry mouth

10. Stress & Health Related Behaviours EXAM PERIOD = STRESS SMOKE MORE POOR DIET MORE ALCOHOL LESS SLEEP LESS EXERCISE

13. Part Three: MANAGING STRESS

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