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The document discusses stress as a response to pressure and change, detailing its physical, psychological, cognitive, social, cultural, environmental, and occupational dimensions. It distinguishes between eustress (positive stress) and distress (negative stress), outlining their effects and examples. Additionally, it addresses stressors, the stages of stress response, and effective management strategies, particularly in the context of Filipino social and cultural challenges.

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The document discusses stress as a response to pressure and change, detailing its physical, psychological, cognitive, social, cultural, environmental, and occupational dimensions. It distinguishes between eustress (positive stress) and distress (negative stress), outlining their effects and examples. Additionally, it addresses stressors, the stages of stress response, and effective management strategies, particularly in the context of Filipino social and cultural challenges.

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TAKING CHARGE OF ONE’S HEALTH

STRESS

A response to pressure and change.

Causes direct psychological and physiological changes that changes

quality of life.

- American Psychological Association (Stress)

ACTIVITY

STRESS AND ITS DIMENSION

Physical

• It can cause headaches, fatigue, muscle tension, weakened immunity, and

high blood pressure.

Psychological or Emotional

It causes anxiety, sadness, irritability, and may lead to depression or

burnout.

Cognitive

• It leads to concentration issues, memory issues, and negative thought

patterns.
Social

• It can cause social withdrawal or irritability, leading to conflicts.

Cultural

• Cultural norms influence how stress is perceived and managed.

Environmental

• It can be caused by external factors like noise, pollution, or unsafe living

conditions.

Occupational or Academic

• Work or school pressures create stress.

TWO TYPES OF STRESS

Eustress and Distress

What is Stress?

Stress is the body's response to challenges or demands. It can be positive

(eustress) or negative (distress), depending on how it affects an individual.

Eustress: Positive Stress

- Motivates and enhances performance


- Short-term and energizing

- Examples: Starting a new job, preparing for a presentation

• Leads to personal growth and achievement

Distress: Negative Stress

- Overwhelms and causes anxiety can be chronic and harmful

- Examples: Financial problems, toxic work environment

- May lead to health issues like depression and heart problems

Key Differences Between Eustress and Distress

1.Outcome: Eustress enhances performance, distress hinders it.

2. Perception: Eustress is a challenge; distress feels like a threat.

3. Duration: Eustress is short-term, distress can persist.

STRESSORS

- Events or conditions that causes stress to the organism.

Positive Stressors
- triggers Eustress; it motivates you to perform or do well, or to release

stress that benefits you well.

e.g. Starting a new job, Having a family

Negative Stressors

- triggers distress; situations that can cause worry, anxiety or an

overwhelming feeling.

e.g. Death loss, relationship problems

Examples of Stressors

• Social stressors cause psychological strain due to socialization.

e.g. Scolding, Lack of social support

• Environmental or Physical stressors are events that caused mental or

emotional stress.

e.g. huge crowds, Loud noises

• Organizational stressors cause stress in a workplace.

e.g. Full of workloads, Deadlines

• Interpersonal stressors include two or more people in stressful events.

e.g. Marriage arguments, Family problems

• Financial stressors are focused on stress for money.


e.g. financial instability, Unpaid bills

• Life events are stressors that include everything in our life.

e.g. Death of a loved one, Abuse

• Physiological stressors cause poor results in one's doing.

e.g. Illnesses, Poor health

STRESS RESPONSE AND ITS STAGES

 The stress response refers to the physiological and psychological

changes in your body due to stress.

Alarm stage

 Occurs when your body reacts to stress

Resistance stage
 Involves your body working to return to its normal state after the stress

reaction

Exhaustion stage

 Occurs when your body keeps experiencing the first two stages without

any relief.

Managing Stress Effectively

- Practice mindfulness and relaxation techniques

- Maintain a healthy lifestyle: diet, exercise, sleep

- Seek support from friends, family, or professionals

- Time management and spending time in nature

STRESS AND FILIPINOS; THE SOCIAL AND CULTURAL DIMENSION OF

STRESS
• Familial Expectations- often pressuring individuals to offer financial and

emotional support.

• Socioeconomic Challenges – Economic instability, poverty, and job

insecurity are major Filipino stressors.

• Social Comparison - Western culture and social media have influenced

views on success often establishing high standards for lifestyle and

accomplishments.

• Mental Health Stigma – In the Philippines, mental health is still being

stigmatized, with many observing mental health issues as a sign of

weaknesses.

ACTIVITY

SELF-CARE AND PRACTICES

1. Have an established routine – Have a daily schedule for important

activities; it helps avoid both procrastination and cramming.

2. Healthy Diet – Certain type of foods such as vegetables, whole grains,

and fruits

3. Adequate Sleep
SELF COMPASSION

1. Acknowledging Emotions

2. Being kind to oneself

3. Gratefulness

To Summarize

Questions?

ACTIVITY

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