Impact Of Emotions On Health Flashcards
What is stress?
Emotional or mental strain on the body triggered by certain events
What are some health effects of stress? (Read, don’t test)
High blood pressure Weight gain/loss Insomnia Extreme tiredness/sweating Nausea
What are some defense mechanisms? (Ration)
Rationalization (excuses to why situation happened)
Denial
Suppression (pushing of events)
What are some defense mechanisms? (Repress)
Repression (involuntary pushing of events)
Projection (putting fault or feeling on someone else)
Compensation (making up)
How should you cope in stressful situations?
Don’t hide from emotions
Be honest with yourself
Release energy positively
What are some questions to manage stress? (Read, don’t test)
What am I reacting to?
Do my feelings match the intensity of the situation?
Will the situation matter in the future?
More questions to help manage stress
What can I do to help the situation?
Who can I talk to about this?
