SGTM04-StressManagement.pptVIP

Managing stress What is stress? Basic stress Cumulative stress Traumatic stress Overview ― impacts and management of stress Signs of stress Physical, physiological Mental, psychological Getting ready for Fright Flight Fight Stress is informative Essential for survival Necessary for social development Useful in other ways Addictive Manageable Basic stress Cumulative stress Traumatic stress Influences Preceding situation Past experience Education, training Professional skills Age Physical fitness Self-confidence Spiritual outlook Basic stress from No control Threatening surroundings Limited sleep, privacy No challenge Dull diet No fun Little family contact Managing basic stress Identify sources Know limits Manage time Sleep enough Eat regularly Cumulative stress from High frequency Long duration High intensity Burnout Changes attitudes Avoids work Or, becomes totally immersed Develops negative outlook Flame-out Exhaustion, hyperactivity Overwhelming negative emotions Denial of symptoms Loss of objectivity Managing cumulative stress Take responsibility Learn to accept Set realistic goals Avoid overwork Take care of self first Traumatic stress from Violence, disaster Victims’ reports Intimidation, threats Bombing, attacks Bad news from home Burnout Flame-out Shell shock Acute stress disorder Post-traumatic stress disorder Avoid disorders by Accepting stress as normal Relying on community Preventingpost-traumatic stress disorder Don’t be self-critical Don’t imagine others think badly Don’t suffer in silence: verbalize Talk with competent colleague Rest — take time to recover Accept protective environment Physical symptoms Dizziness Racing pulse Sweating Emotional symptoms Shock Anger Exaggerated emotions Depression Overwhelmed Normal = content Stressed = unhappy or “flat” Cognitive symptoms Erratic concentration Forgetfulness Impaired decision-making Stress can change Eating habits Personal hygiene Social habits Recognize problems Apply guidelines Seek support P