Stress Flashcards
Social Determinants of Health
conditions in the environments in which people are
born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age
that affect a wide range of health, functioning,
and quality-of-life outcomes and risks
Examples of Social Determinants of Health
Availability of resources to meet needs
Access to educational, economic, & job opportunities
Access to health care services
Quality of education
community-based resources Transportation options
Public safety
Social support
Social norms and attitudes - discrimination
Exposure to crime, violence, & social disorder
Socioeconomic conditions
Residential segregation
Language/Literacy
Access to mass media and emerging technologies
Culture
Social Determinants of Health
five key areas (determinants)
Economic Stability Education Social and Community Context Health and Health Care Neighborhood and Built Environment
Economic Stability
Employment
Food Insecurity
Housing Instability
Poverty
Education
Early Childhood Education and Development
Enrollment in Higher Education
High School Graduation
Language and Literacy
Social and Community Context
Civic Participation
Discrimination
Incarceration
Social Cohesion
Health and Health Care
Access to Health Care
Access to Primary Care
Health Literacy
Neighborhood and Built Environment
Access to Foods that Support Healthy Eating Patterns
Crime and Violence
Environmental Conditions
Quality of Housing
Stress Effects on Body Systems x7
Musculoskeletal system Respiratory system Cardiovascular Endocrine - HPA Axis (hypothal, Pituitary, Adrenal) Gastrointestinal Nervous system - SNS Fight/Flight Reproductive Systems
Stress Management
Maintaining a healthy social support network.
Engaging in regular physical exercise.
Getting an adequate amount of sleep each night.
Symptoms of Stress
Disbelief and shock Tension and irritability Fear and anxiety about the future Difficulty making decisions Feeling numb Loss of interest in normal activities Loss of appetite Nightmares and recurring thoughts about the event Anger Increased use of alcohol and drugs Sadness and other symptoms of depression Feeling powerless Crying Sleep problems Headaches, back pains, and stomach problems Trouble concentrating
Acute Stress Management x7
Avoid drugs and alcohol Find Support Connect Socially Stay Active with exercise Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet Get plenty of sleep Maintain a normal routine
Relaxation Techniques Beneficial for
Anxiety Insomnia Labor Pain chemotherapy-induced nausea TMJ Headaches Depression
Meditation
Meditation is a mind and body practice
for increasing calmness and physical relaxation
4 elements of meditation
a quiet location
a specific, comfortable posture
focus of attention
open attitude - letting distractions come and go naturally without judging them
