Managing Stress

Unit 1: Understanding Stress
Defining stress
The causes of stress in terms of three personality types
The effects of stress in relation to physical, emotional and mental behaviour

Unit 2: The Stress Response
The concepts of stressor and stress response
The concept of an holistic approach to a stress response
The major components in the activation of the stress response

Unit 3: Symptoms of Stress
The physical, psychological and behavioural symptoms of stress
Stress indicator questionnaires
The physical and emotional warning signs of stress

Unit 4: Understanding the Coping Process
Recognise coping responses to stress
Non-responding behaviours

Unit 5: Managing Stress - Skills and Techniques
A ten point plan for dealing with stress

Unit 6: Relaxation and Stress
A range of relaxation and stress relief measures

Unit 7: Nutrition and Its Role in Managing Stress
A range of diet and nutritional behaviours which reduce stress
The links between nutrition and stress
The benefits of exercise in reducing stress
The role of sleep in reducing stress

Unit 8: Self-Concept and Self-Esteem
The concept of self-esteem
Self-esteem and personal analysis
Composing personal development plan for improving self-esteem

Unit 9: Goal Setting and Time Management
The importance of motivation in reducing stress
The process of goal-setting
Common effective time management techniques