HowtoCopewithStress-UniversityHealthCenter.pptVIP

How to Cope with Stress the HEALTHY way! 1. Don’t let stress take over! Some stress is good – it can keep you motivated and focused. But too much stress can negatively affect you. Sometimes people try to deal with stress by doing things that make it worse – like using alcohol, tobacco and other drugs. 2. Identify your stressors Some stressors might include: Being busy Not getting enough sleep Pressure from school or work Family problems Trouble with friends or a boyfriend/girlfriend Struggles with personal identity Financial struggles 3. Recognize the signs of stress. Some signs of too much stress include: Feeling anxious, nervous or tired Difficulty concentrating Forgetfulness Getting sick more than usual Feeling depressed or overwhelmed 4. Identify what you can control – and what you can’t. Some things that cause stress are easy to change Ask yourself: Is this important to me? If it’s not important – forget about it! Ask yourself: Can I control this? If you can’t control it, why worry? Can you change the situation somehow so that you can control it? 5. Slow down and take time for yourself! Having too much to do is a huge cause of stress. Consider cutting things out of your schedule Eliminate “time zappers” like Facebook/Twitter Be okay with saying “no” Do things that you enjoy and help you relax Spend some time by yourself 6. Get stress-free with UHC! The University Health Center has a lot of FREE resources that can help you learn to cope with your stress. Relaxation training Wellness Coaching Meditation Referrals for Mental Health/Counseling Center (fees may apply) Want more information or to make an appointment? Website: /wellness Email: mcohen@ Phone: 301.314.1493 Drop in: Health Promotion – Ground floor of the University Health Center