STRESS AND STRESS

MANAGEMENT
Mr. Zacher – Southern Lehigh High School
Stress
 A state of mental or emotional strain or
tension resulting from adverse or very
demanding circumstances.
 Can be caused by numerous factors, such as

relationships, material objects, or others.

 In your groups, write down the top five

stressors in American life.

Top 5 Stressors in American Life
 Death of a loved one
 Divorce

 Financially and mentally stressful

 Moving

 Major Illness

 Loss of a Job
Stress

 Overall, stress can be broken

down into three categories
 Work Stress
 Life Stress
 Internal Stress
Work Stresses
 Being unhappy with your job choice
 Having a heavy workload/too much

responsibility
 Working too many hours

 Poor management, unclear expectations,

and no say in the decision making

process
Work Stresses (continued)
 Working under dangerous conditions
 Being insecure about advancement or risk of
termination
 Having to give speeches
 Public speaking, one of the biggest fears

 Facing discrimination or harassment at work, with

no support from the company.
Life Stressors
 Death of a loved one
 Divorce

 Loss of a job

 Increase in financial obligations

 Getting married

 Moving to a new home

Life Stressors
 Chronic illness or injury
 Emotional problems (depression, anxiety, anger,
guilt, grief, low-self esteem)
 Taking care of an elderly or sick family member
 Traumatic event
 Natural disaster, theft, violence against you or a loved
one.
Internal Stressors

Fear and uncertainty

Attitudes and perceptions

Unrealistic expectations

Change
Stress Management Techniques
 Exercise
 Engage socially

 Avoid unnecessary stress

 Learn how to say no

 Alter the situation

 Express your feelings

 Be able to compromise
Stress Management Techniques
 Adapt to the stressor
 Accept the things you cannot change

 Make time for fun and relaxation

 All work and no play

 Adopt a healthy lifestyle

 Create a stress management checklist