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Annually, over 200,000 U.S. workers suffer repetitive stress injuries from
typing, lifting or assemble line work.
(Occupational Safety and Health Administration) More
than half of all deaths between the ages of 1 and 65 result from stressful
lifestyles.(U.S. Center for Disease Control)
1/3
of the U.S. population makes News Year's resolutions to begin stress management
programs.(Prudential Health care Survey)
Job
related stress creates home problems which adds to job stress affecting
personal productivity.(National Study of Changing Workforce)
Research
shows that regular workouts lift depression, banish stress, and sharpen
the mind.(American Health Magazine)
The
body reacts to stress as it would to fear or danger. |
What is Stress?
Psychological, physiological, and behavioral reactions are the combinations
that make up stress. Stress can be good or bad. It can provide
people with extra energy or alertness. However, stress is often not helpful
and can be harmful when not managed effectively. The bad kind of stress
is referred to as distress.
Sources of Stress:
There are three types of stressors:
Daily hassles- traffic,
concerns about weight/ appearance, bills, etc.
Major life events-
marriage, divorce, death, pregnancy, job promotion/ termination, etc.
Catastrophes- earthquakes,
fire, flood, etc.
Stress Responses:
There are three categories of stress responses:
Psychological responses-
concentration problems, forgetfulness, moodiness, hostility, etc.
Physiological responses-
increased blood pressure, muscle tension, sweating, dry mouth, etc.
Behavioral responses-
difficulty sleeping, overeating or loss of appetite, jumpiness, etc.
Problems Associated with Stress:
Burnout
Mental disorders
Physical illness
Stress Management Techniques
Diet
and Nutrition
Relaxation
Exercise
Miscellaneous
Tips
Updated Nov. 2, 1999
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