HEALTH MATTERS

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HEALTH MATTERS
HEALTH MATTERS
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PRESENTS

• The
• STRESS
• Factor

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STRESSED???
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Life can be stressfulespecially during college.
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Stress is a typical part of life, but excess
stress can trigger all kinds of responses such as
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• Gastrointestinal problems
• Headaches
• Frequent illness
• Fatigue
• Depression
• Panic attacks
• Anger
• Apathy

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Typical causes of stress for college students
often include

• Finances
• Academics
• Parental expectations
• Interpersonal relationships
• Time pressures
• Unrealistic expectations
• Change in sleep and eating habits

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So, what can be done?
Well, there are two options
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Give way to counterproductive strategies such as

• Using tobacco, alcohol and/or drugs
• Overeating
• Isolation
• Overspending
• Procrastinating
• OR

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Choose these productive strategies

• Take care of your mind and body with proper rest,
  food and exercise
• Consider relaxation techniques such as yoga, tai
  chi, meditation and prayer
• Become more realistic with your expectations
• Create a support network of friends and wise
  council
• Develop a time-management plan of action that
  includes time for fun and relaxation
• Nurture your spiritual self

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If you have questions or concerns about stress
getting the best of you, contact

• Brian Ciolek
• Community Wellness Coordinator
• 584-6463

• Park University Counseling Center
• Dearing Hall
• 584-6237
• 584-6798
• counselingappointments_at_park.edu

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References Fahey, Insel Roth, Fit Well,
McGraw Hill, 2007, pgs. 318-326. Mayo Clinic,
Embody Health, Mayo Clinic Health Solutions,
2006, pg.228.