2. Things to be discussed
Definition
Types of Stress
General Adaption Syndrome
Stress Management
Conclusion
3. Definition
• Dr. Hans Selye defines
stress as “The rate of wear
and tear of human body”.
• In other words, Stress can
also be defined as “ A
state of psychological/
physiological imbalance
resulting from the
disparity between
situation demand and
individual ability”.
4. Types of Stress
1. General Stress
2. Cumulative
Stress
3. Acute Traumatic
Stress
4. Post Traumatic
Stress
5. General Adaption Syndrome
First Stage- Alarm
reaction.
Second Stage- Stage
Of Adaption.
Third Stage- Stage Of
Exhaustion.
6. The ‘Fight or Flight’ Response
• When situations seem
threatening to us, our
bodies react quickly to
supply protection by
preparing to take action.
This physiological
reaction is known as the
"fight or flight" response.
– The physiological
response to a stressor
is known as reactivity
– Physiological
responses can
accumulate and result
in long-term wear on
the body
7. Stress Response
We notices certain
responses
Physical Response
Behavioral Response
Emotional Response
Mental Response
8. Stress Management
Too many people look
for easy answers to
stress management by
misusing it such as :
Alcohol
Drugs
Marijuana
Medicines/ Pills
9. Ways to Manage Stress is surely
“NOT” what we saw in the earlier
slides but are simple ways that we
all know but fail to practice.
10. Suggestions For Reducing StressSuggestions For Reducing Stress
• Find a support system
• Change your Attitude
• Be realistic
• Get Organized and take
charge
• Take Breaks, Give
yourself “Me time”
• Learn to relax
11. Suggestions for Reducing Stress
• Take good care of
yourself
• Learn to say “No”
• Get a regular exercise
• Take up a hobby
• Slow down
• Laugh
