Stress Flashcards
stress relieving techniques
deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery
stress reducing and preventing techniques
physical activity, time management, talking about it
causes of family stress
illness, financial problems, separation/divorce, drug abuse
types of family violence
physical abuse, sexual abuse, verbal/emotional abuse, neglect
effects of addiction
embarrassment, fear, violence
causes of financial problems
family breakup, loss of job, serious illness
financial problems can lead to
inadequate food, health care, housing, and homelessness, emotional affects
effects of abuse
victims feel hopeless, deserving of abuse, low self-esteem, worthless, inadequate
where to get help
teacher, guidance counselor, other family members, support groups, child abuse hotline
types of stress
academic pressures, pressure to fit in a particular group, peer pressure, sexual pressure, conflicts with family, violence/bullying, schedule overload
failure to provide for basic needs
neglect
positive ways to cope with stress
healthy choices, support, understand feelings, relax, humor, action, resolve/eliminate source of stress, prevent stress