Stress Related Terms

1. Stress

- A physical, mental or emotional response to a challenging or threatening situation. Stress can

be caused by external factors such as work or relationships or internal factors such as anxiety or
worry

2. Burnout

- A state of emotiona,l physical and mental exhaustions caused by prolong stress or frustration.
Burnout can lead to a loss of motivation, decrease productivity and negative feelings towards
work or other activities

3. Anxiety

- A feeling of unease such as worry or fear that can be mild or severe. Anxiety can be caused by
a variety of factors including stress, genetics or environmental factors.

4. Depression

- A mood disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, hopefulness and disinterest

in activities. Depression can be caused by a variety of factors including stress, genetics and
environmental factors.

5. Post- Traumatic Stress Disorder ( PTSD)

- A mental health disorder that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event.
Symptoms of PTSD can include flashbacks, nightmares and avoidance of situations that can
trigger memories of the traumatic event.

6. Coping Mechanism

- A strategy or behavior used to manage stress or difficult emotions. Coping mechanism can be
healthy such as exercise or meditation or unhealthy such as substance abuse or self harm.

Name careers that help others deal with stress:

1. Psychologist

Psychologist are trained professionals who help individuals deal with stress and other mental
health issues through various forms of therapy.

2. Counselor

Counselors work with individuals and groups to help them manage stress and other mental
health issues. They may work in schools, community centers or private practice.

3. Social Worker

Social workers help individuals and families deal with stress by providing counseling, case
management and advocacy services.

4. Life Coach

Life coaches work with individuals to help them seat goals manage stress and improve their
overall well being.

5. Yoga Instructor

Teach individuals techniques to manage stress through physical exercise, mediation

unbreathing techniques.