Learning Objectives

1. Definition.
2. Symptoms
3. Types
4. Causes

5. Effects
6. Management
 Definition.
It is an adaptive response, mediated by
individual differences that is a consequence
of any external action, situation, or event
that places excessive psychological and
physical demand upon a person.
Stress is simply defined as the interaction
of the individual with the environment.
 Symptoms.
• Nervousness. • Allergies.
• High Arousal • Nausea.
Level. • Increased smoking.
• Head ache. • Sleep disorder.
• Back ache. • Digestive problems.
• Throat infection. • Interpersonal
• Aggressiveness. Conflict.
 Stress
Hans Selye: ‘The father of stress research’
“the nonspecific response of the human organism
to any demand placed upon it.”

Emotional

Physical

Spiritual
STRESS

Intellectual
Social
 Causes.
• Finanacial .
Stressor

Stress

Response

Consequence
 Personality Types

Type A Type B
High levels Aggressive Easy Going Low levels
of distress Hard Driven Laid-Back of distress
Impatient Patient

Type C
Moderate levels Passive
of distress Apologetic
Overly Sensitive
 Effects Of Stress.
• Physical Effects.

• Psychological Effects.

• Behavioral Effects.

• Organizational Results
Fight
flight
flow
Individual Coping Strategies

Relaxation
Improving EQ
Social Skills

Exercise
 Individual Coping Strategies

• Meditation
• Assertive Communication
• Recreational Activities
• Time Management
Relaxation Technique

Progressive
Muscle Breathing
Relaxation

Meditation
 Parker’s Principle

Everyone likes to do what he likes,

and, not what should be done

Pray to God …
“O God! Grant me the serenity
to accept what I can’t change,
The courage to change things
I can, and the wisdom
to know the difference”
 LIFE MANAGEMENT
Understand And Focus On Your Purpose In Life

Set Realistic And Attainable Goals

*In Life
*About Life
*Throughout Life

Simplify Your Life

Take Time Out For Yourself

Slow down
 Stress Reducing Benefits
of Physical Activity
 Reduced feelings of anxiety, depression,
frustration, aggression, anger and hostility.
 Alleviation of insomnia.
 An opportunity to meet social needs and develop
new friendships.
 Allows for the development of discipline.
 Provides the opportunity to do something
enjoyable and constructive that will lead to better
health and total well-being.
 Ideas for Modifying a
Type A Personality
Make a contract to slow down
Limit multitasking behaviors
Don’t smoke
Cut down on caffeine
Work on redirecting impatience and controlling hostility
Plan fun, relaxing activities
Choose a non-Type A role model to observe
Simplify life
Use time management strategies
Listen to your body
Establish strong, nurturing relationships
 Tips for Managing Anger
Commit to change
Remind yourself that anger leads to illness
Recognize when anger feelings are developing
Tell yourself to cool down and take control
Prepare a positive response before anger escalates
Minimize verbal and physical language
Don’t let anger build-up
Keep a journal
Seek professional help
 Five Steps to Time Management

Find the time killers by keeping a 4-7 day log.

Set long-range and sort-range goals.

Identify and prioritize immediate goals.

Use a daily planner to organize and simplify.

Conduct nightly audits.