PESITM education for the real world

Seminar on Stress Management For Students

Presented by: Mr. Prithwish S Kotian
(4PM10MBA52)

Mr. Preetham N S
(4PM10MBA50)

II Semester MBA (2010-2011)

UNDER THE GUIDENCE OF: Mr. Francis Dsouza

(Lecturer)

PESITM, PG.DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES Shivamogga Karnataka

Introduction College Life Stressors Recognizing Stress Symptoms of Stress Stress Faced by Students of our Department Stress Management Techniques for Students Stress Management Tips Stress Management Techniques for Corresponding Stress Stress Leading to Addiction to Bad Habits Conclusion

Every human being face numerous difficulties in their life. Most of these difficulties lead to stress. So, now we have taken up the opportunity to present on the topic Stress Management for Students. Our presentation will discuss about the stressors of students, causes of stress, symptoms of stress, recognizing stress, techniques for managing stress.

What is stress?
It is a mental pressure of a person, where the person faces the pressure more than the ability of him/her to control that pressure. What are stressors? Stressors are situations that are experienced as a perceived threat to ones wellbeing or position in life, when the challenge of dealing with which, exceeds the persons perceived available resources. What Situations Become Stressors? That can vary from person to person. While some things tend to stress many peoplejob demands, relationship conflicts, a hectic schedule, not every potential stressor causes stress in everyone.

Types of Stress:
Eustress: Considered good stress; it arises in any situation or circumstance that a person finds motivating or inspiring. Neustress: Stressors that are considered neither good nor bad; they have no consequential effect. Distress: Considered bad stress; usually has negative consequences.

College life Stressors

Roommates and their varying personalities Pop quizzes or final exams Financial issues Peer pressures Sleep deprivation

General irritability Elevated heart rate Increased accident proneness Floating anxiety Trembling Insomnia

Headaches Indigestion Pain in neck and/or lower back Changes in appetite Sleep pattern

Other Common Causes of Stress For College Students

Greater academic demands Being on ones own in a new environment Changes in family relations and ones social life Financial responsibilities Exposure to new people, ideas, and temptations Being away from home, often for the first time Making decisions, on a higher level than one is used to Substance abuse Preparing for life after graduation

Taking Stress Seriously

College students are feeling more overwhelmed and stressed than fifteen years ago. Eating disorders affect 5-10 million women and 1 million men, with the highest rates occurring in collegeaged women Suicide is the eighth leading cause of death Individuals who are stressed are more likely to have accidents

Physical
Headaches Accident-prone Fatigue Teeth grinding Insomnia Restlessness Weight change Increased alcohol, drug, tobacco use Colds Neck and shoulders tighten up/ache Digestive upsets Pounding heart Forgetfulness Confusion Dull senses Lethargy Poor concentration No new ideas Low productivity Boredom Negative attitude

Emotional
Anxiety Irritability The blues Depression Moods swings Nervous laugh Bad temper Worrying Crying spells Easily discouraged Isolation Lowered sex drive Resentment Nagging Loneliness Fewer contacts with friends Lashing out Using / manipulating people Clamming up

Social

Mental

Stay stressed?

Some wants to stay stressed for their own reason.

What types of stress are faced by the students of our department?

Survey Result
Sl. No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Stressors Academic Family Personal Career/Future Financial Relations (Love & Friends) Health Quarrels with peers Work Load Teachers Others Number of respondents 49 29 35 44 32 33 11 08 21 05 03

Graphical Representation
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 Using time management techniques Organization techniques Create a study environment Memorization techniques Be an Optimist Sleep Well Study Techniques

Stress Management Tips

Do not wait Perform routine maintenance Exercise Use relaxation techniques Get organized

Stress management techniques for corresponding stress

+ Structure each day to include a minimum of 20 minutes of aerobic exercise. + Eat well-balanced meals, more whole grains, nuts, fruits and vegetables. Substitute fruits for desserts. + Avoid caffeine. The substance may aggravate anxiety, insomnia, nervousness and trembling. + Reduce refined sugars. Excess sugars cause frequent fluctuation in blood glucose levels, adding stress to the body's physiological functioning. + Reduce alcohol and drugs. These substances may add to headaches, swelling, decrease coping mechanisms, and add to depression. + Get at least 7 hours of sleep nightly. + Spend time each day with at least one relaxation technique imagery, daydreaming, prayer, yoga or meditation. + Take a warm bath or shower. + Go for a walk. + Get in touch! Hug someone, hold hands, or stroke a pet. Physical contact is a great way to relieve stress.

Reducing Stress Level

Keep your space and consequently your mind organized. Go to class. Keep up with course work (the rule of thumb is two hours of study per one hour in class). Get involved with campus activities. Maintain communication with your family. Take advantage of campus resources and choose a career path. Form healthy relationships. Talk to someone about your problems (family member, friend, college counsellor). Get to know your professors.

Stress leading to addiction to bad habits

Smoking Alcohol Consumption Drugs

Tea Coffee

To conclude with this topic, we are making a strong point that even students face stress in their life. It is not only the work group which faces stress. As the students are growing citizens of our future city, they must be guided in a proper way to face the uncertainty and stress arising out of them. It is necessary to save our future society spoiling from the stress factors and bad habits arising because of it. We found different stressors which cause stress. Our simple survey in the department gave us the information regarding the stress in P G level and stress faced by them in their past. Stress is a part of life. Nobody can avoid stress, but they can face it and handle the situations. In most of the cases, eustress is considered as good for the students to achieve in their life. There are lots of techniques to manage the stress and handle the situations. The students who control the stress will surely get through any hard situations. Instead of avoiding stress, avoid the bad habits arising of stress.

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