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12 March 2014 Version 1
Learning Objectives
Determining
if you suffer
from
excessive
Advanced Learning
Workshop
Status
(14 June stress
2013)
Signs of stress can be physical and/or mental
Common Physical symptoms of stress can include:
Rapid heartbeat.
Headache.
Stiff neck and/or tight shoulders.
Backache.
Rapid breathing.
Sweating and sweaty palms.
Upset stomach, nausea, or diarrhea.
Sleep trouble.
Weakening of the immune system
Symptoms Continued
Irritability
Intolerance
Short Temper
Exhaustion
Lack of concentration
Frustration over minor challenges
Determine
YOUR
Personal
Advanced Learning Workshop Status (14 June 2013)
Level of Stress
Using the handout for reference, rate how often on a
scale of 1 to 10 (1 being never, 10 being more than 5-6
times a week) you experience the below mentioned
symptoms:
Headaches
Back/neck pain
Chest pain or discomfort
Problems with digestion/nausea
Dizziness, numbness or tingling in your fingers or toes
Irritability
Frustration
Emotional Fatigue
Concentration/Memory Problems
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Where
Do
You
Fall
With
Your
Advanced Learning Workshop Status (14 June 2013)
Results?
If youve rated 6 or more of the symptoms on the
handout with a 5 or higher, you should consider
reviewing your stress level and possibly taking some
action to reduce it. If you have rated 6 or more of the
above with a 4 or less, it shows you manage your
stressful situations well.
It cant hurt to get some ideas on different ways of
coping with stress regardless of your personal score.
So, lets take a look.
Advanced Learning
Status
(14 June
2013)
Where
doesWorkshop
YOUR
stress
start?
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How
Can
You
Cope
With
Advanced Learning Workshop Status (14 June 2013)
Stress?
1)Time Management can be a huge cause for stress in
many peoples lives. Consider taking a class or course
or reading information available online or in magazines
or books on how to better manage your time and tasks.
2)Schedule - You may get more done with less stress if
you make a schedule. Think about which things are
most important, and put those at the top of your
schedule/list to do those things first.
3)Take good care of yourself. Exercise, get plenty of
rest, try to eat well, don't smoke and limit how much
alcohol you drink.
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How
Can
You
Cope
With
Advanced Learning Workshop Status (14 June 2013)
Stress (2)
4) Stop negative thoughts. Easier said then done
right? Well, its a skill that would be beneficial to
develop. Try writing down your worries and work
on letting go of things you cannot change. Dont
worry about things that have past. Focus on the
positives and the future that you can still impact.
5) Speak up. Assertive communication can help
you express how you feel in a thoughtful, tactful
way.
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HowAdvanced
Can You
Cope
With
Stress(4)
Learning Workshop Status (14 June 2013)
9) Focus on the present. Try meditation, imagery exercises, or
self-hypnosis. Dont keep thinking back to your mistakes and
reliving the negative things that happened. There is nothing you
can do about it. Let it go and look ahead, not behind.
10) Laugh it up! Try to look for the humor in life. Dont take
yourself so seriously. Everything will pass eventually and keeping a
sense of humor will help lighten the load. Laughter really can be the
best medicine!
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On Campus Contacts
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Conclusion
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Questions
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Contact Information
Name
E-mail
Phone
Campus Student Life contact(s):
Ombudsman, Dean of Students, etc.
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