https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1 en-us 2020-10-12 03:35:32 UTC 2020-10-12 05:56:14 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f60c.png jirehhorton25 https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820525262 Questionnaire (#1)
Results: The assessment results showed that I have a mild indication of high stress
Name: The name was "Am I too Stressed?- Self Assessment "
Location: https://www.psycom.net/quiz-results/?qid=16_2
Questionnaire (#2)
Results: My score for this assessment was a 16 out of 48 that suggests I experience an average amount of stress and anxiety in my life.
Name: Stress and Anxiety Quiz
Location: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/quizzes/results/stress_and_anxiety

]]> 2020-10-12 03:37:51 UTC https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820525262 jirehhorton25 https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820527588 A student's personal stress consists of a several different factors. Students may worry about finances and how they will pay for school. Students may also be experiencing stress from academics. Additionally, students may experience stress from working or problems in interpersonal relationships.

The results of the questionnaires suggested a few coping strategies. One strategy involves finding activities to engage in that relieve stress such as, spending time in nature, exercising and mediating.

Students can cope with stress in by engaging in exercise. Exercise is great for relaxing the mind and body. There are different forms of exercise students can engage in. For example, yoga is a form of exercise known for reducing the effects stress on the body and the mind. Students can also use faith to reduce the effects of stress. Reading scriptures and attending local religious engagements are great avenues for coping with stress. ]]> 2020-10-12 03:39:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820527588 jirehhorton25 https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820528093 There are several potential resources for someone experiencing stress. A person can seek emotional support from family and friends. Family and friends are great resources to talk about personal problems and ask for advice when making difficult decisions (American Psychological Association, 2019). Local outreach programs and churches/religious institution are also potential avenues for social and emotional support (American Psychological Association, 2019). If a person does not have many relationships available for social and emotional support, they can seek aid from counselors and psychologists. ]]> 2020-10-12 03:39:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820528093 jirehhorton25 https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820531322 The short-term biological effects of stress include headaches, heart palpitations, fatigue, chest pain, shortness of breath and muscle pain. The short-term psychological effects include problems with concentration, mental fatigue and depression and anxiety (Sarafino & Smith, 2017). Short term stress may cause changes in behavior, leading to angry outbursts.

A person that has chronic stress can develop or worsen several serious health problems. From a biological standpoint, a person is at an increased risk of having cardiovascular heart disease, obesity, severe migraines and sleeping problems (Sarafino & Smith, 2017). From a psychological standpoint, chronic stress can lead to mental health illnesses such as depression and anxiety (Sarafino & Smith, 2017). From a social standpoint, chronic stress can affect the quality of relationships a person has with others. College students are more susceptible to stress because students can become overwhelmed  managing school, work, and interpersonal relationships.
Resources:
Sarafino, E. P., & Smith, T. W. (2017). Health psychology: Biopsychosocial interactions (Ninth ed.). Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons.  ]]> 2020-10-12 03:42:09 UTC https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820531322 jirehhorton25 https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820533163 Therapist can share personal experiences and knowledge with a client/patient in order to connect more deeply with a client situation (Sarafino & Smith, 2017). The therapist could also provide insight on their personal experience to the client. For example, a client is feeling stressed about getting married, the therapist may disclose that they also were stressed before getting married. This would effectively lead to a deeper understanding between the therapist and client. 

Resources:
American Psychological Association. (2019). Manage stress: Strengthen your support network. Retrieved from https://www.apa.org/topics/manage-stress-social-support ]]> 2020-10-12 03:43:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jirehhorton25/hk407g5xb09rzgh1/wish/820533163