Stress Management for public servant, pl

Stress Management

1. STRESS MANAGEMENT Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

2. LEARNING GOAL This lesson aims to help the students recognize, identify causes and manage stress. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

3. LEARNING OBJECTIVES After this lesson, the students will be able to: 1. Define “stress” and “stress management”; 2. Enumerate the causes of stress; 3. Cite the effects of stress to our body; 4. Identify strategies in coping with stress; and 5. Perform Physical Activity to relieve stress. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

4. I. INTRODUCTION Have you ever found yourself with sweaty hands on a first date or felt your heart pound during a scary movie? Then you know you can feel stress in both your mind and body. This automatic response developed in our ancient ancestors as a way to protect them from predators and other threats is called stress. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

5. II. DEFINITION OF TERMS A. Stress is a response produced by the bod y when a person is subjected to different types of demand, whether physical, mental, or emotional. B. Stress management refers to the early identification of operational stress increases the likelihood of positive outcomes in police-citizen interaction. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

6. II. DEFINITION OF TERMS C . Causes of Stress Human Indecency and Pain - refers to the putting aside of personal feelings and dealings with criminals and their victims which is very challenging . Internal and Personal Stressors - Police officers often work different shifts, sometimes on a daily rotation. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

7. II. DEFINITION OF TERMS 3 . Criminal Justice System - working with the different agencies within the CJS can cause stress. 4. Safety - police work is a dangerous job. 5. Administrative Stressors - dealing with admin issues, paper work and internal job can cause stress. Causes of Stress… Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

8. III. EFFECTS OF STRESS Inefficiency on the job Absenteeism Interpersonal relationship problems High anxiety Alcoholism Marital problems Anger and irritability Depression A . The following are the effects of stress: Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

9. III. EFFECTS OF STRESS Fears Sleep problems Chronic fatigue Headaches and migraines High blood pressures Poor motivation Effects on cognitive process like memory, decision making, etc. A . The following are the effects of stress: Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

10. III. EFFECTS OF STRESS To identify your true sources of stress, look closely at your habits, attitude, and excuses: 1. Do you explain away stress as temporary (“I just have a million things going on right now”) even though you can’t remember the last time you took a breather? B. Strategies in Coping or Managing Stress Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

11. III. EFFECTS OF STRESS 2 . Do you define stress as an integral part of your work or home life (“Things are always crazy around here”) or as a part of your personality (“I have a lot of nervous energy, that’s all”). 3. Do you blame your stress on other people or outside events, or view it as entirely normal and unexceptional?   B. Strategies in Coping or Managing Stress Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

12. IV. PRACTICAL EXERCISE A . What caused your stress? (make a guess if you’re unsure) B. How you felt, both physically and emotionally? C. How you acted in response? D. What did you do to make yourself feel better? Identify the regular stressors in your life and the way you deal with them could help. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

13. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY Avoid Unnecessary Stress Learn how to say “no” Avoid people who stress you out Take control of your environment Avoid hot-button topics Pare down your to-do list Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

14. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY B. Alter the situation Express your feelings instead of bottling them up. Be willing to compromise. Be more assertive. Manage your time better. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

15. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY C . Adapt to the stressor Reframe problems Look at the big picture Adjust your standards Focus on the positive Adjusting Your Attitude Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

16. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY Accept the things you can’t change Don’t try to control the uncontrollable Look for the upside Share your feelings Learn to forgive E. Make time for fun and relaxation Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

17. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY F. Healthy ways to relax and recharge: Go for a walk Spend time in nature Call a good friend Sweat out tension with a good workout Write in your journal Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

18. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY F. Healthy ways to relax and recharge: Take a long bath Light scented candles Savor a warm cup of coffee or tea Play with a pet Work in your garden Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

19. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY F. Healthy ways to relax and recharge: Get a massage. Curl up with a good book. Listen to music. Watch a comedy. Don’t get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of life that you forget to take care of your own needs. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

20. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY F. Healthy ways to relax and recharge : Set aside relaxation time. Connect with others. Do something you enjoy every day. Keep your sense of humor. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

21. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY G. Adopt a Healthy Lifestyle Exercise regularly Eat a healthy diet Reduce caffeine and sugar Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs. Self-medicating with alcohol or drugs may provide an easy escape from stress, but the relief is only temporary Get enough sleep Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

22. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY Change the Situation Change your Reaction Avoid the stressor Adapt to the stressor Alter the stressor  Accept the stressor Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

23. V. STRESS MANAGEMENT STRATEGY At the end of the lesson, we were able to : - Discuss stress management as the early identification of operational response produced by the body when a person is subjected to different types of demand which increases the likelihood of positive outcomes in police-citizen interaction. - Discuss that long-term police stress can result to illness and it can even impair an officer’s mental health. Lesson 6.4 Stress Management

24. END OF PRESENTATION GOOD DAY !!!