Understanding Stress Management

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What is the body's automatic process in response to danger called?

  • Stress response (correct)
  • Relaxation response
  • Homeostasis
  • Adrenaline rush

Which type of stress is considered beneficial and can motivate an individual?

  • Neustress
  • Chronic stress
  • Distress
  • Eustress (correct)

How does distress primarily affect an individual's perception of an event?

  • Causes a positive outlook
  • Makes it seem unimportant
  • Increases focus and concentration
  • Leads to an unfavorable interpretation (correct)

What role does stress play in emergency situations?

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Which type of stress is specifically described as neither positive nor negative?

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What can chronic stress ultimately affect negatively?

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What is one of the effects of stress when it goes beyond a helpful point?

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Which effect of stress is commonly linked with performance enhancement?

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What is the primary appraisal process primarily responsible for?

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Which type of cognitive appraisal assesses an individual's perceived ability to cope with a situation?

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Which of the following is considered a cataclysmic event?

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What categorizes a personal stressor?

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What is an example of a background stressor?

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How do cultural influences affect stress perception?

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Why might simple communication lead to stress according to the provided context?

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What defines a stressor?

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What is one immediate benefit of increasing your activity level during stressful times?

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Which of the following best describes a way to relieve stress through social interaction?

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How can engaging your senses help in stress relief?

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What is the purpose of practicing relaxation techniques?

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What role does diet play in managing stress?

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Why is it important to connect with others during stressful times?

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Which type of exercise is noted to be particularly effective for stress relief?

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What is a beneficial strategy for building stronger social connections?

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Flashcards

Cognitive Appraisal

The process of perceiving and interpreting a stimulus to determine its significance.

Primary Appraisal

Initial evaluation of a stimulus as positive, negative, or neutral.

Secondary Appraisal

Evaluation of perceived ability to cope with a stimulus and the resources available.

Stressor

Any real or imagined situation that is perceived as a threat.

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Cataclysmic Events

Strong stressors that occur suddenly and affect many people simultaneously.

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Personal Stressors

Major life events like death, job loss, or even marriage that cause stress.

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Background Stressors

Daily hassles or minor irritations that add up over time.

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Cultural Influence on Stress

Stress perception varies based on social and cultural experiences.

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Regular Exercise

Physical activity that improves mood and relieves stress.

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Connecting with Others

Talking to people can trigger hormones that relieve stress.

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Engaging the Senses

Using sights, sounds, and other senses to relieve stress.

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Relaxation Techniques

Methods like yoga and meditation that reduce stress levels.

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Mindfulness in Exercise

Focusing on physical sensations while exercising.

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Healthy Diet

Eating nutritious foods can enhance mood and stress coping.

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Social Life Importance

Spending time with mood-improving people reduces stress.

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Sensory Input Experimentation

Finding which sensory experiences help alleviate stress for you.

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Stress response

The body's automatic action to danger, known as fight-or-flight.

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Eustress

Positive stress that motivates performance or health.

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Distress

Negative stress that has harmful effects on well-being.

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Neustress

Neutral stress, perceived as unimportant or inconsequential.

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Effects of stress

Can cause damage to health, mood, productivity, and relationships.

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Fight-or-flight

A rapid response mechanism to perceived danger or threat.

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Self-care plan

A designed approach to managing stress and improving well-being.

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Cultural dimensions of stress

How different cultures perceive and cope with stress.

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Study Notes

Managing Stress

  • Stress is the body's response to perceived threats, triggering a "fight-or-flight" reaction. This automatic process protects the body.
  • Stress can be helpful in emergencies, but prolonged stress can damage health.
  • It negatively impacts mood, productivity, relationships, and quality of life.

Types of Stress

  • Eustress (+): Motivates individuals towards optimal performance and health.

  • Neutrress: Sensory stimuli perceived as unimportant or inconsequential.

  • Distress (-): Unfavorable or negative interpretations of events, leading to feelings of fear or anger.

Cognitive Appraisal

  • Primary Appraisal: Initial evaluation of stimulus (positive, negative, or neutral).

  • Secondary Appraisal: Assessment of ability to cope with the situation.

Types of Stressors

  • Catastrophic Events: Strong stressors occurring suddenly, affecting many people (disasters, accidents, etc.).

  • Personal Stressors: Major life events (death, job loss, major failures, marriage etc.).

  • Background Stressors: Daily hassles, minor irritating issues (long lines, traffic jams, relationship issues, etc.).

Stress and Filipinos

  • Cultural context influences how stress is perceived and managed.
  • Cultural responses to stress can hinder effective communication.

Taking Care of Yourself (7 Pillars)

  • Knowledge & Health Literacy: Understanding your health & well-being
  • Mental Wellbeing: Maintaining mental health and managing stress
  • Physical Activity: Staying physically active
  • Healthy Eating: Consuming a nutritious diet
  • Risk Avoidance: Proactively avoiding risks
  • Good Hygiene: Maintaining personal hygiene
  • Rational use of products & services: Using resources and products properly

Stress Relief

  • Physical Activity: Reduces stress
  • Connecting with Others: Reduces stress and boosts mood
  • Engaging the Senses: Using sensory inputs for stress relief
  • Relaxation Techniques: (yoga, meditation, deep breathing) reduces stress and boosts overall well-being and serenity.
  • Healthy Diet: Improves stress coping
  • Adequate Rest: Improves stress reaction and sleep quality

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