Stress Management

Stress-management facts

• Stress is any physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental unrest.
• While elimination of stress is unrealistic, management of stress is an attainable and realistic goal that can be achieved by a number of strategies.
• People with strong social support networks report less stress and fewer negative symptoms of stress than those who lack social support.
• Stress-management techniques include relaxation techniques, time-management skills, counseling or group therapy, exercise, and maintaining an overall healthy lifestyle.
• There are hundreds of different relaxation techniques to help manage stress, including yoga, guided imagery, biofeedback, tai chi, qigong, and progressive muscle relaxation.