“Effective stress management starts with identifying your sources of stress and developing strategies to manage them. One way to do this is to make a list of…”.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
Alcohol or Not
Can alcohol help with stress?
In Alcohol and Stress: Why Alcohol Makes Stress Worse the (United Kingdom) Drinkaware.co.uk explains:
First Step
What can be the first step in stress management?
In Stress Management: In-Depth – Stress Management: Know Your Triggers: Take the First Step the (United States) Mayo Clinic elaborate on:
“Recognizing a problem is the first step toward solving it. By beginning to identify and understand the sources of your stress, you’ve taken the first step in learning to better manage it. Manage it, not eliminate it. Stress is a fact of life. And that’s OK. You can learn ways to handle it”.3
Sources of Stress
How can sources of stress be identified?
In Stress Management: In-Depth – Stress Management: Know Your Triggers: Know Your Stressors the Mayo Clinic also elaborate on:
“Effective stress management starts with identifying your sources of stress and developing strategies to manage them. One way to do this is to make a list of the situations, concerns or challenges that trigger your stress response. Take a moment to write down some of the top issues you’re facing right now. You’ll notice that some of your stressors are events that happen to you while others seem to originate from within”.4
Stress Management Techniques
What are some stress management techniques?
DotS stress management techniques may include:
- Aerobic Exercise
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Humor
- Jogging
- Learning Mindfulness
- Learning Problem Solving Skills
- Learning Time Management Skills
- Learning To Be Assertive
- Massage
- Meditation
- Physical Activity
- Prayer
- Relaxation
- Self-Hypnosis
- Tai Chi
- Talking
- Walking
- Yoga
Stress Management Practical Steps
What are some stress management practical steps?
In 5 Things You Should Know About Stress: 4. There Are Ways To Manage Stress the (United States) National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) elaborate on:
- Be Observant…
- Talk To Your Health Care Provider or A Health Professional…
- Get Regular Exercise…
- Try A Relaxing Activity…
- Set Goals and Priorities…
- Stay Connected…
- Consider A Clinical Trial…”.5
Physical Activity
Is there an association between physical activity and stress?
In 5 Things You Should Know About Stress: 4. There Are Ways To Manage Stress the NIMH note:
- “Get Regular Exercise. Just 30 minutes per day of walking can help boost your mood and improve your health”.6
Online Resources, Programs and Apps
Are online stress management resources, programs and Apps available?
DotC (Depending on the Country) online stress management resources, programs and apps may be available.
Your health care provider or local community health center may know of your country’s recommended online stress management resources, programs and Apps similar to anxiety Online Resources and Programs, by the (Australian) Jean Hailes for Women’s Health.
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.
Health Topics A-Z
Where may I find Health Topics related to Stress Management?
In Health Topics A-Z you may find:
Links
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Links
This Links List to third party websites is neither comprehensive nor exhaustive. Inclusion on this Links List does not imply endorsement or recommendation. Non-inclusion on this Links List does not imply non-endorsement or non-recommendation. Third party websites are not under the control of Meno Martha International Menopause Directory. Third party websites may contain explicit medical images and/or sexual references. Please read Meno Martha International Menopause Directory’s Links Policy before proceeding to a Link. Please contact Webmaster if you experience a problem with a Link.- 10 Stress Busters
- 4 Proven Ways You Can Feel Happier
- 5 Steps To Mental Wellbeing
- 5 Things You Should Know About Stress: 4. There Are Ways To Manage Stress
- Alcohol: A Cure for Stress?
- American Meditation Institute
- Benefits of Exercise
- Benefits of Exercise: What Counts? Keep Healthy With 150 Minutes of Exercise A Week [+ Video]
- Breathing Exercise for Stress
- Caregiver Stress: Tips for Taking Care of Yourself
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) for Menopausal Symptoms
- Consumer Health: Meditation and Stress Relief
- Coping With Stress
- Coping With Stress: Workplace Tips
- Dealing With Stress
- Don’t Let A Little Habit Turn Into A Big Problem
- Easy Time-Management Tips
- Exercise and Stress: Get Moving To Manage Stress [10 January 2021]
- Exercise: A Guide To Tai Chi
- Fight Stress With Healthy Habits Infographic
- Headaches: Reduce Stress To Prevent the Pain
- Home Remedies: Cope With Stress So It Doesn’t Control You
- How To Identify Stress
- How To Manage Stress
- ISMA.org.uk [International Stress Management Association]
- International Stress Awareness Week 2nd – 6th November 2020: Managing Stress and Mental Health Issues In the Age of COVID-19
- Manage Stress
- Mayo Mindfulness: Can Sharing Kindness Help Your Health?
- Mayo Mindfulness: Improve Your Well-Being
- Mayo Mindfulness: Know Your Triggers for Stress
- Mayo Mindfulness: Try the 4 A’s for Stress Relief
- Mayo Mindfulness: What Does It Really Mean? [+ Video]
- Mayo Mindfulness: When and How To Say No for Stress Relief
- Meditation: A Simple, Fast Way To Reduce Stress
- Mentalhealthatwork.org.uk [Mental Health At Work, United Kingdom]: Your First Stop for Better Mental Health At Work
- Mind/Body Medicine
- Mindfulness
- Mindfulness
- Mindfulness – The Time Is Now
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: 5 Things To Know About Relaxation Techniques for Stress
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Acupuncture: In Depth
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: How Safe Is This Product or Practice?
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Know the Science: How Medications and Supplements Can Interact
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Massage Therapy: What You Need To Know
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Meditation: In Depth
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Reflexology
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Relaxation Techniques for Health
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Stress
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Tai Chi and Qi Gong: In Depth
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Tips on Complementary Health Practices
- National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health: Yoga: What You Need To Know
- National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
- One Hour Per Week of Exercise Protects Against Depression Study Shows
- Physical Activity and Your Mental Health
- Physical Activity, Sport and Mental Health
- Reducing Stress
- Reducing Stress: Potential Stress Triggers
- Relaxation
- Self-Care Tips To Manage Mental Health and Wellness [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic]
- Self-Care and Kindness
- Self-Care and Kindness: Finding A Solution To the Trigger of Our Anxiety
- Sleep Problems and Menopause: What Can I Do?
- Sleep.org
- Stop Negative Self-Talk To Reduce Stress
- Stress Management
- Stress Management
- Stress Management: 3 Simple Strategies To Help You Focus and De-Stress
- Stress Management: 3 Ways To Become More Stress Resilient
- Stress Management: Coping With Stress: Workplace Tips
- Stress Management: Examine Your Stress Reaction
- Stress Management: Exercise and Stress: Get Moving To Manage Stress
- Stress Management: How Do I Control Stress-Induced Weight Gain?
- Stress Management: Know Your Triggers
- Stress Management: Learn To Reduce Stress Through Mindful Living [Video]
- Stress Management: Manage Stress Through Problem-Solving
- Stress Management: Massage: Get in Touch With Its Many Benefits
- Stress Management: Need Stress Relief? Try the 4 A’s
- Stress Management: Relaxation Techniques: Try These Techniques To Reduce Stress
- Stress Management: Social Support: Tap This Tool To Beat Stress
- Stress Management: Stress Relief From Laughter? It’s No Joke
- Stress Management: Tai Chi: A Gentle Way To Fight Stress
- Stress Management: Video: Need To Relax? Take A Break for Meditation
- Stress Management: Video: Yoga for Stress Management
- Stress and Your Health: What Can I Do o Manage My Stress?
- Stress, Stress Management & Smoking
- Stress: 10 Ways To Ease Stress
- Stress: Coping With Life’s Stressors
- Stress: Getting Serious About Solutions
- Stress: Learning To Relax
- Taking Good Care of Yourself
- The Exercise Effect
- Tips To Lower Stress Infographic
- Tips for Managing Stress [+ Video Courtesy: Craig Sawchuk, Ph.D. / Psychology / Mayo Clinic]
- Tuesday Tips: 7 Ways To De-Stress Right Now [+ Video Courtesy: Mayo Clinic News Network]
- Tuesday Tips: The 4 A’s If You’re Feeling Stressed [+ Video]
- Types of Talking Therapies – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- What Stress Does To the Body and How To Beat It [+ Video: Consequences of Stress and How To Manage It]
- What Is Stress Management?
- What Is Stress Management?
- When Change Is Hard
Sources
Where may I find the Sources quoted?
You may find the Sources quoted at:
Sources
- Stress Management: In-Depth – Stress Management: Know Your Triggers: Know Your Stressors. 28 March 2019. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-management/art-20044151 Accessed: 18 February 2021
- Alcohol and Stress: Why Alcohol Makes Stress Worse Drinkaware.co.uk https://www.drinkaware.co.uk/facts/health-effects-of-alcohol/lifestyle/is-alcohol-a-cure-for-stress Accessed: 18 February 2021
- Stress Management: In-Depth – Stress Management: Know Your Triggers: Take the First Step. 28 March 2019. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-management/art-20044151 Accessed: 18 February 2021
- Stress Management: In-Depth – Stress Management: Know Your Triggers: Know Your Stressors. 28 March 2019. Mayo Clinic https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/stress-management/in-depth/stress-management/art-20044151 Accessed: 18 February 2021
- 5 Things You Should Know About Stress: 4. There Are Ways To Manage Stress. National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress/index.shtml Accessed: 18 February 2021
- 5 Things You Should Know About Stress: 4. There Are Ways To Manage Stress. National Institute of Mental Health https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/stress/index.shtml Accessed: 18 February 2021