Stress management
Stress Management
Stress management (/strɛs mænɪdʒmənt/) refers to the wide spectrum of techniques and psychotherapies aimed at controlling a person's level of stress, especially chronic stress, usually for the purpose of improving everyday functioning.
Etymology
The term "stress" was borrowed from the field of physics by one of the pioneers of stress research Hans Selye. In physics, stress describes the force that produces strain on a physical body. Selye used the term in a similar manner, suggesting that individuals "strain" to adapt to the environmental demands placed upon them.
Related Terms
- Chronic Stress: A condition of prolonged high levels of stress, often leading to long-term health problems.
- Coping Mechanism: Strategies that individuals use to manage and adapt to stressful situations.
- Relaxation Technique: Methods used to reduce stress and anxiety, such as deep breathing, meditation, and yoga.
- Psychotherapy: A range of treatments that can help with mental health problems, including stress and anxiety.
- Mindfulness: A mental state achieved by focusing one's awareness on the present moment, often used as a stress management technique.
Techniques
Stress management techniques can be divided into those focusing on the mind (cognitive techniques), the body (physical techniques), and those that span both (mind-body techniques). Techniques include Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exercise, and Relaxation Techniques.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Stress management
- Wikipedia's article - Stress management
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