Stress Management. Self-care helpbook
Students who feel anxious, frazzled or just plain worn out will appreciate Stress Management. This handbook includes dozens of useful tips for reducing stress. Students will benefit from the practical activities on identifying warning signals, responding to "stressors," positive thinking, negative self-talk, keeping a journal, and committing to change. Table of Contents * Stress * Symptoms * Causes of stress * Keeping a journal * Responding to stressors * Changing the "stress response" * Mental messages * Tips for reducing stress * Time management tips * Making time for free time * Scheduling you time * Lifestyle changes * Nutrition * Relaxation exercises * Alcohol and other drugs * Sources of help Planning to manage stress Commitment to change.