STRESS, ANXIETY, AND DEPRESSION JENNIFER HOLTON, MD & LIZ MCINERNEY, BA

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1 STRESS, ANXIETY, AND DEPRESSION JENNIFER HOLTON, MD & LIZ MCINERNEY, BA

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3 WHAT IS STRESS? Powerful and extensive response in the mind & body in the face of a threat, demand, or stressor Stressor Stress Response Brain ANS Body

4 STRESS CONT. Stressors Physical Psychological Social Is the stress response the same for everyone? Research has found how a person perceives their experience has a powerful protective effect against damaging effects of a stress response

5 WHY DO WE GET STRESSED?

6 IS STRESS EVER HELPFUL?

7 EFFECTS OF STRESS ON BODY Fight or flight Adaptive in modern times? Acute stress: arises when danger appears and then passes Chronic/prolonged stress: body remains in state of hyper arousal and vigilance for indefinite periods Significant impact on health

8 TIPS TO MANAGE STRESS Understand how stress affects you it s different for everyone! Identify your stressors Learn your responses Be aware of how you feel Don t be scared to reach out for support!

9 MORE SUGGESTIONS Exercise Eat regularly Lower caffeine intake Avoid alcohol or other drugs Relaxation exercises (deep breathing & muscle relaxation) Break down tasks (large to small) Take a break do something enjoyable! Think positively! Don t be too hard on yourself!

10 Awareness that is nonjudging, friendly, and allowing of what it reflects Paying attention on purpose Present moment Can be done formally (meditation) or informally (daily life activities) All human beings are capable of this! MINDFULNESS

11 PRACTICE COMPONENTS Mindfulness Meditation Body Scan Hatha Yoga Loving-Kindness

12 STRESS APPS Respiroguide Pro by Vital-EQ Stress Check Zen Space

13 WHEN DOES STRESS BECOME A PROBLEM?

14 ANXIETY SYMPTOMS Excessive worries / fears Trouble concentrating Trouble sleeping Feeling really tired Feeling irritable or annoyed easily Having lots of stomachaches, headaches, or other physical symptoms Panic attacks Obsessions /compulsions Wanting to avoid anxiety-producing situations These symptoms are a problem when they last for months and get in the way of living your life (school, home, social life).

15 HOW COMMON ARE ANXIETY DISORDERS IN TEENAGERS? 35% 30% 25% 20% 15% 10% 5% 0% Lifetime Prevalence of Any Anxiety Disorder in Year Olds Lifetime Prevalence Lifetime Prevalence of Severe Disorder

16 MILES PLUMLEE Senior Video Panic attacks Huge pressure both on and off court Learned balance I remember thinking that I can t play like this. I m not breathing You can t bottle this up. It s okay to ask for help.

17 DEPRESSION: WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION? Frequent sadness, tearfulness, crying Increased irritability or anger Persistent boredom Decreased interest in activities A major change in eating and/or sleeping patterns Tired all the time Poor concentration Low self esteem and guilt Withdrawing from others Hopelessness Helplessness Feelings of worthlessness Frequent headaches, stomachaches, or other physical symptoms Thoughts of not wanting to be alive or of suicide

18 HOW COMMON IS DEPRESSION?

19 SUICIDE WARNING SIGNS Talking about dying Recent loss Changes in personality, behavior, sleep, and/or eating habits Low self-esteem No hope for the future Self-harming Substance abuse Giving away possessions

20 SUICIDE PREVENTION If you are concerned about someone s safety, seek help from an adult (parent, teacher, counselor, etc.) immediately! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline TALK (8255) Skilled crisis counselor available 24/7 (chat online with a Lifeline Professional) Emergency Room or Call 911

21 Andre Dawkins' Dream ANDRE DAWKINS

22 WHERE CAN I GO FOR HELP? DA counselors Parents Other trusted adults (coaches, teachers, religious leaders, etc.) Mental health professionals (therapists/psychiatrists) Therapy can help Medication may be helpful depending on your symptoms

23 JOSH HAIRSTON

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