Stress overload occurs when there is more stress than stress management in a person’s life. Anxiety and depression are a response to stress overload and stress vulnerability. The following list describes examples of life situations in each category. All change, good or bad, is a stressor. The body goes into a state of arousal when new life situations occur.
STRESS
• Pressure/Demand
• Medical illness
• Lack of control
• Conflict (work/relationships)
• Change (good or bad)
• Death
• Traffic gridlock
• Finances
STRESS MANAGEMENT
• Adequate sleep
• Enjoyable physical activities
• Being in control
• Religious activity
• Positive relationships
• Healthy diet
• Hobbies
• Healthy sex
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