“Stress won’t disappear from your life. And stress management needs to be ongoing. But by paying attention to what causes your stress and practicing ways to relax…”.1
Umbrella
What may the Stress Management Umbrella include?
Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:
- Coping/Dealing With Stress
- Managing Stress
- Stress Busters
- Stress Management
- Stress Management Techniques
- Stress Reduction/Relief
Stress Triggers
What are stress triggers?
In Stress Management: Stress Relief the (United States) Mayo Clinic elaborate on:
“To monitor your stress, first identify your stress triggers. What makes you feel angry, tense, worried or irritable? Do you often get headaches or an upset stomach with no medical cause? Is it hard to focus or do you have trouble sleeping at night?”2
Strategies
What are some strategies for dealing with stress triggers?
In Stress Management: Stress Relief the Mayo Clinic also note:
Other times, such as when stress is based on high demands at work or a loved one’s illness, you might be able to change only your reaction”.3
Coping Techniques
What are some stress management coping techniques?
In I’m So Stressed Out Fact Sheet: Coping With Stress and Anxiety the (United States) National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) elaborate on:
- Keep a journal
- Download an app that provides relaxation exercises (such as deep breathing or visualization) or tips for practicing mindfulness, which is a psychological process of actively paying attention to the present moment
- Exercise, and make sure you are eating healthy, regular meals
- Stick to a sleep routine, and make sure you are getting enough sleep
- Avoid drinking excess caffeine such as soft drinks or coffee
- Identify and challenge your negative and unhelpful thoughts
- Reach out to your friends or family members who help you cope in a positive way”.4
Physical Activity
Is there an association between physical activity and stress?
In Caring for Your Mental Health: About Self-Care the NIMH note:
- “Get Regular Exercise. Just 30 minutes of walking every day can help boost your mood and improve your health. Small amounts of exercise add up, so don’t be discouraged if you can’t do 30 minutes at one time”.5
Alcohol or Not
Can alcohol help with stress?
In Alcohol and Stress: Why Alcohol Makes Stress Worse the (United Kingdom) Drinkaware.co.uk explains:
Drinking alcohol can also interfere with your sleep, making stress harder to deal with”.6
Disappear or Not
Does stress just disappear?
According to the Mayo Clinic:
Online Programs and Apps
Are stress management online programs and Apps available?
Depending on your Country, stress management online programs and Apps may be available.
Your health care provider may know of your Country’s recommended stress amangement online programs and Apps.
Health Care Provider
What if I would like help to manage my stress?
If you would like help to manage your stress, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this.
In I’m So Stressed Out! Fact Sheet: Recognize When You Need More Help the NIMH explain:
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Sources
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- Stress Management: Stress Relief. 08 April 2022. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/basics/stress-relief/hlv-20049495 Accessed: 10 November 2023
- Stress Management: Stress Relief. 08 April 2022. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/basics/stress-relief/hlv-20049495 Accessed: 10 November 2023
- Stress Management: Stress Relief. 08 April 2022. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/basics/stress-relief/hlv-20049495 Accessed: 10 November 2023
- I’m So Stressed Out! Fact Sheet: Coping With Stress and Anxiety National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/so-stressed-out-fact-sheet Accessed: 10 November 2023
- Caring for Your Mental Health: About Self-Care. Last Reviewed: 30 December 2022. National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/topics/caring-for-your-mental-health Accessed: 10 November 2023
- Alcohol and Stress: Why Alcohol Makes Stress Worse. Last Reviewed: 28 September 2022. Drinkaware.co.uk https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/facts/health-effects-of-alcohol/mental-health/alcohol-and-stress Accessed: 10 November 2023
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- I’m So Stressed Out! Fact Sheet: Recognize When You Need More Help. National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/so-stressed-out-fact-sheet Accessed: 10 November 2023