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| Comes from the Latin word "stringere" |
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| Latin for "to draw tight" |
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| The responses that occur in the body when a stressor or stimulus is present |
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| Occurs when the body's internal balance is broken or disrupted |
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| Is inevitable and needed to perform daily tasks of life |
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| Is needed to stimulate growth and development |
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| Too much can result in physical and mental illness |
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| Defined as the nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it |
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| Triggered by stressors that may be physical, social, or psychological and that may be negative or positive in nature |
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| Human reactions to positive stressors |
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| Stress that is beneficial |
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| Detrimental responses to negative stressors |
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| Should not be considered solely as a physiological phenomenon |
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| Has also been viewed from a psychological or cognitive perspective |
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| The body's heightened awareness that a stressor is present and is a signal to higher centers in the brain to respond physiologically |
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| Feelings of tension, apprehension, nervousness and worry |
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| A sequenced physiological response to the presence of a stressor |
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| The General Adaptation Syndrome |
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| The Four General Adaptation Syndrome Stages of a Stress Response |
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| Alarm, Resistance, Recovery, Exhaustion |
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| Also known as the flight-or-fight response |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| The first stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome |
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| The second stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome |
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| The third stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome |
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| The fourth stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to increase heart rate |
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| the Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to increase force with which heart contracts |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to dilate coronary arteries |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to Constrict abdominal arteries |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to dilate pupils |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to dilate bronchial tubes |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to increase strength of skeletal muscles |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to release glucose from the liver |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to increase mental activity |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| During this stage the sympathetic nervous system causes the body to significantly increase BMR |
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| The Alarm Stage (Stage 1) |
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| This stage reflects the body's attempt to reestablish internal balance, or a state of homeostasis |
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| The Resistance Stage (Stage 2) |
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| During this state the body attempts to reduce the intensity of the initial response to a more manageable level |
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| The Resistance Stage (Stage 2) |
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| During this stage the production of ACTH is reduced, allowing specificity of adaptation to occur |
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| The Resistance Stage (Stage 2) |
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| During this stage specific organ systems become the focus of the body's response, such as the cardiovascular and digestive systems |
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| The Resistance Stage (Stage 2) |
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| During this stage effective coping or a change in the status of the stressor will probably occur. |
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| The Recovery Stage (Stage 3) |
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| During this stage homeostasis is more completely established as control over the stressful situation is gained. |
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| The Recovery Stage (Stage 3) |
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| At the completion of this stage, the body has returned to its pre-stressed state |
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| The Recovery Stage (Stage 3) |
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| At the completion of this stage there is minimal evidence of the stressor's existence |
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| The Recovery Stage (Stage 3) |
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| During this stage, specific organs and body systems that were called on during the previous stage may not be able to resist a stressor indefinitely |
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| The Exhaustion Stage (Stage 4) |
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| During this stage the stress-producing hormones rise again |
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| The Exhaustion Stage (Stage 4) |
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| In extreme or chronic cases, death can occur during this stage |
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| The Exhaustion Stage (Stage 4) |
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| Headaches, Stomachaches, Increase in Blood Pressure |
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| Examples of Stress Symptoms |
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| Cold Hands, Acidic Stomach, Shallow/Rapid Breathing, Diarrhea |
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| Examples of Stress Symptoms |
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| Palpitations, Shaky Hands, Burping, Gassiness, Increased Urge to Urinate |
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| Examples of Stress Symptoms |
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| Sweaty feat/hands, Oily Skin, Fatigue, Panting, Dry Mouth, Hand Tremors |
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| Examples of Stress Symptoms |
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| Backache, Neck Stiffness, Gum Chewing, Grinding Teeth, Constipation |
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| Examples of Stress Symptoms |
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| Tightness in Chest or Heart, Dizziness, Nausea/Vomiting, Menstrual Distress, Skin Blemishes |
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| Examples of Stress Symptoms |
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| Colitis, Asthma, Indigestion, High Blood Pressure, Hyperventilation, Arthritis, Skin Rash, Jay Pain, Allergy |
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| Examples of Stress Symptoms |
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| This type of person is always "on the go" |
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| This type of person is never satisfied with their level of achievement |
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| This type of person appears tense |
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| This type of person suffers from a sense of time urgency |
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| This type of person is competitive |
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| This type of person is impatient |
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| This type of person is more easy-going |
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| This type of person is more relaxed |
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| This type of person is more patient |
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| This type of person is more satisfied with their level of achievement |
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| This is a "newer" type of person |
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| This type of person thrives and stays well during stress |
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| This type of person was believed to have a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease |
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| Recent research suggests that This type of person who have hostile or angry behavior patterns are at risk for developing cardiovascular disease |
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| Research suggests that This type of person is more prove to CHD |
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| This type of person is verbally aggressive |
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| This type of person is hard driving |
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| This type of person is unable to relax |
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| This type of person is very time conscious |
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| This type of person is easily angered |
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| This type of person is sometimes hostile |
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| This type of person attempts to do more and more in less and less time |
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| This type of person often finishes others sentences for them |
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| This type of person often has more energy than others |
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| This type of person may often move, walk, and eat quickly |
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| This type of person feels guilty when they are not "productive" |
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| This type of person would tend to get bored on vacation |
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| This type of person is "the absence of Type A" |
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| This type of person is generally calmer |
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| This type of person are more likely to be stress-seekers |
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| This type of person often exposes themselves to more challenges |
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| This type of person is able to interpret challenge and difficulty as positive challenges and opportunities |
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| This type of person feels in control of events and their reactions |
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| A Distress Resistance Pattern |
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| Challenge, Commitment, and Control |
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| This type of person tends to engage in regular exercise |
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| This type of person is often involved in a number of social support groups |
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| Challenge, Control, Confidence |
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| This type of person interprets a difficult task or change as a challenge rather than as a threat |
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| This type of person believes in his or her ability to master a difficult problem or challenge |
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| This type of person positively engages with their job, family, and friends |
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| This type of person believes in their ability to control events and reactions to events rather than feeling helpless |
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| Try to change how you perceive specific stress inducing events |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Try to understand and deal with your anger |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Acknowledge your anger to yourself |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Try letting go of anger through forgiveness |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Take time to relax or meditate |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Utilize your social support system |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Expand your network by establishing relationships wit new people or groups that may be able to give you emotional support |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Share worries with someone you can trust |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Aids in balancing and stabilizing the physiological consequences of emotional stress |
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| Results in neurotransmitters in the brain, called endorphines, are released and produce feelings of well-being |
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| Maintains your body systems in a fit state so that they are able to effectively handle any additional stress |
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| Eat regular, well-balanced meals and avoid alcohol and cigarettes |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Slow down, slow your pace of talking, walking, and eating |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Focus on the positive and be grateful for what you do have |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| A Stress Management Technique |
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| Manifested in muscle contractions, shallow breathing, a clenched jay, and a variety of other involuntary responses |
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| It is important to relieve _______ in both your body and your brain so that they relax as one |
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| A relaxation technique that combines relaxation and quieting |
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| A deep, three-part breath that gets the diaphragm muscle to move |
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| This technique is often utilized in Lamaze classes, yoga, and Tai Chi |
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| This technique can be done anywhere and anytime to produce an instant calming effect |
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| Can temporarily lower breathing from a typical rate of 14 to 18 breaths per minute to nearly 4 breaths per minute |
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| A technique that encourages one to learn how to recognize when one is bracing or tensing muscles |
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| During this technique an individual will purposely contract a muscle group to learn how to recognize muscle tension and then relax it to feel the difference |
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| A relaxation technique that encourages one to imagine the limbs and torso becoming heavy, warm, and tingling. |
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| This technique allows muscles to become more relaxed so one can achieve a more relaxed state of mind. |
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| A key element that can help establish a body-mind connection in the relaxation process |
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| The physical practice of using bodily postures and breathing techniques to create mental focus and relaxation |
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| The goal of this technique is to unite body, mind, and soul |
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| Through the regular practice of this technique one can learn to strengthen the body while easing the mind |
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| Hatha Yoga classes often begin and end with ________ |
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| This technique encourages a deep connection to the breath while practicing the asanas |
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| A relaxation technique that uses an object to focus your attention on to clear the mind and thus relax the body |
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| Incorporates other relaxation techniques such a diaphragmatic breathing, progressive relaxation and autogenic training |
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| An example of a flowing sequence of yoga asanas that can be used as a moving meditation |
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| Creates strength, flexibility, and focus as the practitioner alternates using a deep, cleansing inhale with a complete exhale |
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| Considered a rough indication of stress levels and health consequences of college students |
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| Death of a close family member |
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| Major personal injury or illness |
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| Failure of an important course |
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| Change in health of a family member |
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| Serious Argument with a close friend |
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| Change in financial status |
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| Increased in workload at school |
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| Outstanding personal achievement |
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| First semester in college |
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| Change in living conditions |
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| Serious argument with an instructor |
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| Lower grades than expected |
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| Change in sleeping habits |
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| Change in social activites |
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| Change in number of family get-togethers |
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| Dropping of more than one class |
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| Anxiety, Breathlessness, Crying, Diarrhea and Indigestion |
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| Easily startled by small sounds, Emotional Tension, Fatigue, Feelings of Weakness and Dizziness |
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| Frequent Urination, Heart palpitations, Impulsive behavior, Inability to concentrate |
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| Increased smoking, Insomnia, Irritability, Depression, Loss of appetite, Migraines |
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| Nervous Laughter, Nervous Tics, Nightmares, Pain in back, Missed periods |
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| Stuttering/Speech Problems, Sweating, Trembling Hands, Vomiting |
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