Courtney



Stress Control:

1. Seventy five percent to ninety percent of all doctor's appointments are stress related. 2. Headaches, stomach pains, racing heart beat, compulsive eating, an inability to get things done, nervousness, and a sense of powerless are all signs of stress. 3. Exercise doesn't help reduce symptoms of stress. 4. Calming herbs, such as chamomile and garlic, should be used to reduce stress in lieu of lifestyle changes. 5. Simple things, such as laughter and meditation, can help reduce stress. 6. Stress is our response to stressors, such as an upcoming speech or tight deadlines. Answers: 1. True: According to the National Mental Health Association, seventy five to ninety percent of all doctor's appointments are stress related. 2. True: Stress affects our body in physical, behavioral, and emotional ways. 3. False: Exercise burns off the excessive adrenaline that would otherwise generate more stress symptoms. 4. False: Herbs and other substances have been used to calm people's nerves, but lifestyle changes are more effective than herbs. 5. True: Having fun can take your mind away from other stressors. 6. True: Stress is caused by stressors such as public speaking.