MANAGING STRESS - LEVEL 2 COURSE

The home study courses are split into the following 9 Lessons:

The following topics are covered: Defining stress, The causes of stress in terms of three personality types and The effects of stress in relation to physical, emotional and mental behaviour.

The following topics are covered: The concepts of stressor and stress response, The concept of a holistic approach to a stress response and The major components in the activation of the stress response.

The following topics are covered: The physical, psychological and behavioural symptoms of stress, Stress indicator questionnaires and The physical and emotional warning signs of stress.

The following topics are covered: Recognise coping responses to stress and Non-responding behaviours.

The following topics are covered: A ten point plan for dealing with stress.

The following topics are covered: A range of relaxation and stress relief measures.

The following topics are covered: A range of diet and nutritional behaviours which reduce stress, The links between nutrition and stress, The benefits of exercise in reducing stress and The role of sleep in reducing stress.

The following topics are covered: The concept of self-esteem, Self-esteem and personal analysis and Composing personal development plan for improving self-esteem.

The following topics are covered: The importance of motivation in reducing stress, The process of goal-setting and Common effective time management techniques.