Stress Management

Stress management for zoo animals

2007-03-05T05:00:00.000-08:00

Have you ever heard about stress managementfor zoo animals? It is possible in India .
Wether people in India get relief from stress or not but animals can certainly hope for stress management program in India. In the City of bhubaneswar, Nandankanan Zoo is gearing up to implement a massive stress management exercise for its animals in their enclosures. keeping in mind, the tourists flow which is rising constantly.

The plan is to make animals feel like staying in the semi-wild habitats. Across the world, scientists have found out enrichment of enclosures helping in reducing stress level in animals and check their stereotype behaviour.

In other words, the behevioural effects of captivity and welfare of animals in enclosures have gained by scientific interventions and all leading zoos are going for massive overhaul in their animal enclosures.

Stress May Promote Aging of Cells

2006-12-01T01:09:00.000-08:00

As per new finding stress could lead to premature aging.

Chronic psychological stress is associated with accelerated shortening of the caps, called telomeres, -- according to a report in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

The study included 39 healthy, premenopausal women who were primary caregivers for a child with a chronic illness, and 19 age-matched mothers of healthy children who served as a comparison "control" group.

Stress was measured with a standardized questionnaire, and telomere length was measured in participants' blood samples.

In the 14 women with the highest stress scores, telomeres averaged 3,110 units in length; the 14 with the lowest stress had telomeres that averaged 3,660 units.

These findings may have implications for human health, co-author Dr. Elizabeth H. Blackburn, also at UCSF, told Reuters Health, since telomere shortening is associated with premature death from cardiovascular disease and infections.

Stress top health risk: Canadian Employers

2006-10-28T00:40:00.000-07:00

According to a survey canadian employers identify work-related stress as the biggest threat to their employees' well-being, with more than 78 per cent reporting it as their top "health risk concern".

Only 32.3 per cent of those organization surveyed offeredStress Management programs to employees.

Ed Buffett, chief executive officer of Buffett & Co., said it is encouraging that so many employers offer employee assistance programs. However, such programs are "more reactive than preventive," he said.

Flexible work arrangements and the option of working from home on occasion also "go a long way" toward easing stress by allowing employees to choose when and how they work, Mr. Buffett said.

Stress Management for Indian cops

2006-10-25T05:17:00.000-07:00

Keeping in view the rising suicide cases among security personnel in Jammu and Kashmir, Sher-i-Kashmir Police Academy in Udhampur has started a special course on
Stress Management . The course is aimed at carving a psychologically tough cop.

"The basic idea is to train our officers to cope with stress that they undergo in their day-to-day work on the field," says IGP Ram Lubhaya, Principal of Sher-i-Kashmir police academy.

With more than 400 security personnel dead due to stress related disorders the Sher-i-Kashmir Police Academy is giving special lessons to counter the long hours.

Deep breathing is the new stress-management formula for cops apart from counselling and regular interactions. These techniques form an important part of the stress management programme - the first of its kind in the country.

Singing is best for stress management Anne Hathaway

2006-10-10T09:28:00.000-07:00

Actress Anne Hathaway has strong faith in therapeutic powers of singing.The 'Devil wear the prada ' star says that she and her mother consider singing as the best stress-buster, which can save the chunk of money one spends on medical treatments.

"My mother and I share the belief that as long as you're singing you don't need a therapist. So I'd love to do a musical just to cut down on those bills,".

Drink Black Tea may reduce Stress

2006-10-06T00:44:00.000-07:00

According to new research drinking plain old-fashioned black tea may be good for Stress Management and promote relaxation.

Researchers in London found people who drank black tea were able to de-stress more quickly than those who drank a fake tea substitute. In addition, tea drinkers had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol after exposure to stress.

"Our study suggests that drinking black tea may speed up our recovery from the daily stresses in life. Although it does not appear to reduce the actual levels of stress we experience, tea does seem to have a greater effect in bringing stress hormone levels back to normal," says researcher Andrew Steptoe, of the University College London, in a news release. "This has important health implications, because slow recovery following acute stress has been associated with a greater risk of chronic illnesses such as coronary heart disease.

Stress Relief CD and Tips

2006-10-03T01:46:00.000-07:00

As per American Institute of Stress report, stress among Americans is significantly rising with approximately $300 billion a year lost due to stress-related illnesses. It has reduced productivity, increased absenteeism, insurance costs, health-related programs, and employee
dissatisfaction.

Joanie Winberg coach and a Behavior Specialist now provides a new motivational tool to help. Joanie Winberg’s offer a solution by CD and jornal set 40 Days to a Happier Life that teaches Stress Management , and to take charge of your life. In addition to two CDs containing her Top 40 inspirational quotes and tips to feel motivated and inspired every day, the set includes the Happy Wednesday Instructional Journal.

Winberg also provides three healthy tips to avoid unwanted holiday stress:

1. Plan Ahead: Create a workable schedule to get everything important done. Take care of the priority items before taking on the less important things.

2. Relax and Have Fun Laughing: You deserve to relax and have fun every day - and the
holiday season is no exception. Spend a little of each day doing what makes you laugh out loud.

3. Learn to say ‘no’: It really is OK to say “no” to things you don’t have time to do or don’t have an interest in. If you are saying “yes” because you’re worried about what someone might think, then you’ll feel resentful and out of control.

Feng shui stress release home over £ 1 million

2006-09-30T12:54:00.000-07:00

As per one of the Scottish newspaper the Daily Record there is a perfect home for stressed househunters now on the market in Scotland. A woodland house designed entirely on the ancient Chinese principles of feng shui is available for £1.1million.

The five-bedroom, four-bathroom building in Oakwood, on the outskirts of Lanark, offers an oasis of calm and tranquillity. It has been designed to ensure energy flows are in harmony to bring positive energy - or chi.

The idea behind the house is to balance five Chinese elements of earth, fire, water, metal and wood.

Nicole Kidman launches breast cancer campaign

2006-09-29T07:18:00.000-07:00

Nicole Kidman hollywood star said: "As someone whose family has personally been affected by the disease, I can't stress enough how important it is that women get to know and understand what is normal for their body.

"I am honoured to mark the beginning of Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I hope that this Cancer Research UK campaign will raise awareness of breast cancer amongst women of all ages and encourage them to report any unusual changes and go for screening if they are over 50.

"Together we will beat cancer." Hollywood star has launched a breast cancer awareness campaign at Madame Tussauds.

The 39-year-old actress - who has personal experience of the disease - is the face of Cancer Research UK's campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Kidman's mother Janelle was diagnosed with breast cancer when she was 17 and went on to beat the disease.

CISF will test stress levels

2006-09-29T07:11:00.000-07:00

The realisation about high stress level in Industrial force has prompted the CISF to launch an initiative to effectively respond to emotional crises within the force. The force has introduced psychoanalytic tests for its personnel for better Stress Management .

A Karandekar, deputy commandant of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), lost his life when Raj Namdeo, a constable in the force, shot him at the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in Mumbai three years ago.

The 22-year-old constable had been denied leave and killed his senior in a burst of anger. Such breakdowns, experts say, stem from a condition that every CISF employee suffers from — stress. SIS Ahmed, director-general of the CISF, admits that stress and fatigue make personnel lose their cool often.

According to official figures, around 600 incidents of death, assault, and scuffle have been reported as the outcome of stress in the last four years. “This test will help us determine the stress-absorbing capacity of the personnel and place them accordingly in low- or high-stress sectors,” Ahmed said.

Another reason why stress is a major health concern in the CISF is its effect on performance. “Long working hours and limited sleep lead to fatigue,” said a consulting general surgeon for the CISF.

Effect of type of stress

2006-09-27T09:34:00.000-07:00

According to University of Florida researchers about the effects of different types of stress on employees challenge stressors had a direct positive impact by motivating workers. But researcher Nathan Podsakoff says hindrance stressors, like red tape and job insecurity, have a big negative impact on motivation and performance.

Podsakoff: “Challenge and hindranceStress have different effects on the attitudes of employees, their perceptions about the workplace, intentions to either stay or leave the workplace. And behaviors such as performance, job search, and turnover.”

More than ever, experts say companies must help employees balance the good stress and the bad.

Podsakoff: “If managers can recognize the types of stress the employees are experiencing, they might be better able to alleviate that stress, either through redesigning the job of the person, the employee, their subordinate, or by offering programs which help reduce the strains associated with challenge and hindrance stress.”

Breast Cancer Survivors Learn Healthy Stress Response

2006-09-25T05:35:00.000-07:00

The Hillcrest Valenova, an overnight spa in Ontario, launches wellness retreats 3 nights in length that help breast cancer survivors and their supporters choose healthy responses to the stress of critical illness. During the retreat, guests participate in a customized workshop and individual Stress Management session delivered by Robin Dines, Stress and Wellness Consultant.

“By helping women understand their unique ‘stresstype’, or way of responding to stressful situations, they can take action to build a healthier response to everyday stresses. The physical benefits are immediate—deeper breathing, increased mental focus and a more confident, optimistic outlook on life, even during the most critical of illnesses,” comments Dines.

The Strength by retreat is built upon twenty years of clinical research on the Body Age which is conducted across the globe. The Body Age studies, founded on the principles of Dr. Hans Seyle and carried out by Dr. Richard Earle of The Canadian Institute of Stress, showed that of 3000 participants, body age was reduced by 11 years on average. In addition, participants increased their “Vitality Quotient”, which indicates the extent to which one enjoys optimal health and participates in a full life.

Stress on rise among Irag veterans

2006-09-25T05:21:00.000-07:00

About one-third of Iraq and Afghanistan veterans seeking medical treatment, report symptoms of Stress or other mental disorders -- a tenfold increase in the last 18 months, according to a study.

The dramatic jump in cases -- coming as more troops face multiple tours in Iraq and Afghanistan -- has triggered concern among some veterans' groups the agency may not be able to meet the demand. According to them veterans have had to deal with long waits for doctor appointments, staffing shortages and lack of equipment at medical centres run by the Veterans Affairs Department.

Attendant sues Alaska airline over stress disorder

2006-09-22T23:22:00.000-07:00

One of the largest U.S. airline Alaska Airlines Inc. was sued by a flight attendant who claimed her stress disorder makes it impossible for her to go through airport security checkpoints.

Cheryl Gunderson said she was groped and fondled in a sexual manner while going through a checkpoint in 2003 and can't go through them anymore without suffering debilitating stress, according to a complaint filed Sept. 15 in U.S. District Court in Seattle.

"The plaintiff is unable to even enter into close proximity to the screening area of an airport without becoming symptomatic of her post-traumatic stress disorder," her lawyer, Robert Van Siclen of Seattle, said in the lawsuit. Going through a security check "renders her unable to work as a flight attendant."

Stress in Peacekeeping force

2006-09-22T23:17:00.000-07:00

According to a new research,soldiers involved in peacekeeping missions are just as likely to suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder as soldiers engaged in armed combat.

Dr Alistair Campbell a psychologist from James cook university , is conducting a survey of Australian peacekeepers who've returned from overseas missions to establish their current physical and emotional state.

He says peacekeepers are often confronted with the horrors of war but because they're unarmed they're prevented from responding.

Obesity due to Stress and fast food

2006-09-21T02:52:00.000-07:00

According to a survey by Christian portal on finding out the biggest contributing factor for obesity, the majority of 237 respondents agreed that eating the wrong foods and lack of exercise are major contributors.

Many respondents commented that fast foods are a major culprit because they provide a quick way to take care of meals. Emotional eating due to stress is another path that could lead to weight gain.

In fast changing nuclear family system people do not have family support or services to get through life." Some people find comfort in food.

Several participants brought up the point that watching too many fast food ads on television can contribute to eating more fast foods and becoming obese.

Depression and Stress can lead to obesity as sufferers reach for anything to make them feel better. The people of a fast-paced society often look for a quick fix and often use the excuse that they don't have the time to do anything else For more information, visit: http://www.christianet.com/bible/

Stress Management Firm Helps Parents Find Kids Fast

2006-09-21T02:43:00.000-07:00

Stress Management firm Stress Dynamics, LLC has found a new way to help parents find there kids faster. They put temporary tattoo kits on kids and allow parents to mark a phone number on their children in a way that kids think is cool! With the tattoo in place, police and security officials can readily locate the parents of lost children.

"When we learned of this product we knew it would be perfect for our stress reduction marketplace," said Stress Dynamics President and Founder Mercedes A. Martishius, BSN, MBA. "They are temporary tattoos which you adhere to your child's skin and then write your phone number on them. They can last five to seven days and are waterproof yet can be easily removed when you want them off. The kids love them because getting a temporary tattoo is like getting a treat. Parents love them because they can be reached quickly when their lost children are found.

The Tattoos With A Purpose(tm) kits come with six temporary tattoos, six alcohol wipes (for removal) and a marker pen. Stress Dynamics offers kits for boys, girls and children with autism.

To learn more about this product go to stress management firm http://www.StressDynamics.com.

9/11 stress effect to babies

2006-09-19T01:55:00.000-07:00

According to new research in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism, the effects of stress caused by the 9/11 terrorist attacks were passed along by some mothers to their babies.

According to study post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) were transmitted to the babies of pregnant women who were present during the collapse of the twin towers of the World Trade Center in New York City.

According to the Rachel yehuda, Research findings suggest mechanisms for transgenerational transmission of biologic effects of trauma may have to do with very early parent-child attachments and possibly even in utero effects to cortisol programming.

Retirement puts stress on marriages

2006-09-19T01:50:00.000-07:00

Divorce among seniors people in Japan is soaring - 41,948 divorces in 2000 compared with 20,435 in 1985 - and most are instigated by wives.

In Japan, retirement cuts off men from longtime office social networks, leaving them virtually friendless. Japanese wives say they are turned into servants. They develop physical ailments psychiatrists diagnose as stress-related "Retired Husband Syndrome."

Similar trends are hapening in USA as well. Many long-term relationships fall apart just at the time the couple has the freedom to enjoy each other the most.

Stress of working women highest in Ludhiana

2006-09-19T01:43:00.000-07:00

According to one survey by assocham when compared with working women in Ludhiana,Kolkata and Pune, those in Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Mumbai and Delhi suffer less mental harassment, survay sponsored by National Commission for Women (NCW).

Survey findings reveal that mental harassment for women employees is reported least in Bangalore (6%), followed by Chennai (7%), Hyderabad (8%), Mum

Ludhiana, Kolkata and Pune are the industrial hubs in which, the harassment of women employees has been reported at 27%, 19% and 17% respectively.

Mental harassment is faced more by of small-scale firms employees (21%); it is least in case of large-scale firms (8%) and moderate in medium-scale firms (14%). Also no Stress Management training is provided in small and medium scale firm.

According to survey findings also throw light on employer satisfaction level among women employees. Of the 272 women employees respondants in the above cities, 85.15% are satisfied with their employers’ attitude towards them.

Respondants from Ludhiana(54%) and Pune(76%) were found to be least satisfied with their employers. Level of satisfaction on the basis of size of the firm indicate that large scale firms are on better grounds from all points of consideration.

Canadian Teenagers suffering stress

2006-09-13T00:26:00.000-07:00

According to new study by Motorola, Canadian teens are under tremendous stress, but they're do not share their problems.

A national youth study 42 per cent of teens rarely or never ask for help when they feel stressed.even though the fact is that one in five Canadian teenagers reports high levels of stress.

A majority of teens surveyed report being stressed out by school (69 per cent) and 24 per cent cited appearance/body image. Parents asked to speculate on major stressors in their teens' lives also said school (63 per cent) and appearance/body image (25 per cent).

The Motorola Raise Your Voice youth study was based on a national online survey of about 1,000 young people 13 to 18 and a separate online survey of nearly 500 parents of teenagers.

according to statistics from the Motorola study: 42 per cent of teens rarely or never ask for help when they feel overwhelmed and only 32 per cent turn to their fathers or siblings.

Beer the way to handle Manage Stress

2006-09-11T22:55:00.000-07:00

According to one report A BEER at the pub after work has become one of the most favoured remedies for the growing Stress among australians.

A heavier workload and concerns about making ends meet made for a more stressed-out nation.

The majority of people report they are happier now than they were a year ago, with many saying a new job has perked them up.The results are part of the Consumer Report research carried out over the past month by Sensis.

The most common cause of stress is having to take on more in the workplace and this was most evident in Queensland.

One of the most common ways of dealing was stress was found to be going straight to the pub or talking with your partner.

Males reported having a drink was their best way of dealing with stress, while going for a walk was high on the list for most people.

Meditation to relieve college stress

2006-09-10T22:58:00.000-07:00

NDSU is offering a mindfulness workshop for the first time.The workshop, offered by the NDSU Counseling Center, 212 Ceres Hall, is an eight-week experience that will address the different facets of mindfulness.

Focus is onMeditationpractices, discussion and handouts that will help students, faculty and staff through the course.

Ronni Arensberg, who is a doctor in pyschology , will be instructing the workshop. She describes mindfulness with a three-part definition.

According to her, awareness is the first part, of present experience is the second part and with acceptance is the third part.

Mindfulness and meditation help deal withStress and keeping your mind in the present moment.

The meditation is geared for all different levels, from beginners to experienced. The mediation group is free of cost and is open to all students, faculty and staff.

Dalai Lama speaks about stress

2006-09-09T22:18:00.000-07:00

The Dalai Lama, who believes the purpose of life is to be happy, joined scientists to discuss how stress can affect health.

The 71-year-old monk, answered questions from prominent scientists who work in fields related to mental health.Among them was Deepak Chopra, who noted that rising violence and terrorist attacks are increasing the world's yearning for peace.

The Dalai Lama replied that early stress in life from poverty or abuse leads to negative emotions such as fear, jealousy and anger which turn into violence.According to Dalai Lama world peace begins with inner peace, tolerance and compassion.

According to him once people develop compassion, more meaningful dialogue can take place which will ultimately lead to a less violent world.

"In order to understand meaningful dialogue first you must understand others' interests and you must respect them as your brothers and sisters and also consider them as a part of yourself," he said.He said people could look to the example of a nurturing mother to understand true compassion.

Stress to increase infertility

2006-09-09T22:06:00.000-07:00

According to experts, partial separation and the stress play a key role in the growing infertility rate among Indian expatriates in the Middle East. The infertility rate is much higher among the middle income and low income couples as compared to high income group,” said Infertility Specialist Dr C Mohammed Ashraf.

According to Dr Ashraf, director of the Kerala-based Centre for Research in Assisted Reproduction and Foetal Therapy (Craft), 60 per cent of couples visiting the Craft was victims of partial separations.

Infertility is not just a medical problem. It’s linked to a series of social problems. And its on the rise among the NRI couples, especially among the low income group.

"Regarding the low income group, they hardly stay more than three months with their partners. Even during their stay, they are undergoing all sorts ofStress , which defuse the chances of a healthy sex life. Environment pollution and life style are other factors that are contributing to the growing rate of infertility. Obesity could lead to frequent abortions,” said Dr Ashraf who had conducted more than 20,000 successful laparoscopic surgeries.

Stress Management Can Help in Type 2 Diabetes

2006-09-08T21:53:00.000-07:00

Patients with type 2 diabetes who incorporate stress management techniques into their routine care can significantly reduce their average blood glucose levels, according to a new study by researchers at Duke University Medical Center.

Stress can increase glucose levels in people with diabetes, making them more susceptible to long-term physical complications such as eye, kidney or nerve disorders.

"The stress management techniques, when added to standard care, helped reduce glucose levels," said Richard Surwit, Ph.D., lead author of the study and a medical psychologist at Duke. Stress also can disrupt diabetes control indirectly through its effects on diet and exercise, he said.

"Managing stress can significantly improve a patient's control of their diabetes," said Surwit. "These techniques are simple, quick to learn, and have been shown to work for multiple conditions, including coronary syndromes.

5 way for Stress Management

2006-09-02T13:55:00.000-07:00

There are many ways to reduce tension and relax. Here are 5 Stress relievers fast and most effective.

1) Breathing Exercises:Deep breathing is an easy stress reliever that has numerous benefits for the body, including oxygenating the blood, which ‘wakes up’ the brain, relaxing muscles and quieting the mind. Breathing exercises are especially helpful because it can be done anywhere and these can quickly de-stress. Abdominal breathing and Yogic full breathing are good example.

2) Meditation:Meditation builds on deep breathing, and takes it a step further. When you are in meditating state, it results in release of certain hormones that promote health.

3) Visualizations:One can imagine oneself achieving goals like becoming healthier and more relaxed, doing well at tasks, and handling conflict in better ways. Also, visualizing oneself doing well on tasks one can improve one’s performance through visualizations.

4) Instant Relaxation TechniqueBy tensing and relaxing all the muscle groups in your body, you can relieve tension and feel much more relaxed in minutes, with no special training or equipment. Start by tensing all the muscles in your face, holding a tight grimace 3or 4 seconds, then completely relaxing for next few seconds. Repeat this with your neck, followed by your shoulders, etc. You can do this anywhere, and as you practice, you will find you can relax more quickly and easily, reducing tension as quickly as it starts

5) Hatha yoga Yoga is one of the oldest self-improvement practices around. Major benefit of yoga is that it combines the practices of several other stress management techniques such as breathing, meditation, imagery and movement, giving you a lot of benefit for the amount of time and energy required. One can begin with gentle yoga exercises and later on build up the strength for advance yoga postures.

Stress Causes Hair Loss in Women

2006-09-02T13:41:00.000-07:00

As per one estimate more than four million Britons are suffering from such intense
Stressand it is making their hair fall out, according to a new study. One in ten adults across the UK is enduring hair loss or pre-mature baldness due to stress related issues.

Women are suffering more than men, with 74 per cent saying they are stressed compared to 59 per cent of men, according to a survey of 3,000 people by Hairhelmet.co.uk.

According to the survay females between the age of 35 and 45 are the most likely to suffer from stress-related conditions such as eczema, migraines and high blood pressure.
And 12 per cent of women say stress makes their hair fall out compared to just eight per cent of men. Alopecia areata, where random bald patches on the head occur, is often a result of stress.

Stress puts the whole body out of balance and weakens the immune system. Stress impact the pranic energy level and peace of mind and if continue for long time it result on physical level in form of disease.

Initial level symptoms of stress are insomnia, irritation and later on hair loss can also happen and that go on for years and never get better because they never stop being stressed. Exercsie , yoga , relaxation and Meditation are effective solutions for managing stress.

Stress Management Workshop Sept. 13

2006-08-30T04:24:00.000-07:00

Aug. 29, 2006) – M P Productions, a national leadership training firm, will host a one-day Stress Management Workshop on Wednesday, Sept. 13 from
9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. at The Cary Chamber of Commerce . The workshop will focus on creating positive solutions that will enlighten and empower participants to make better decisions and develop strategies for life.

“Learning how to cope with stress effectively is critical for emotional and physical well being,” said Michael Palazzo, president and founder of M P Productions. “This workshop focuses heavily on helping participants develop strategies to combat stress while remaining productive on the job.”

Topics to be discussed at the workshop include the following:

How to become a “Possibility Thinker”
Understanding the Law of Attraction – how to speak and live positive
Establishing a “Personal Action Plan” for managing stress and implementing change
Learning how to accept, and stop expecting. M P Productions hosts leadership conferences throughout the United States. For more information on M P Productions, call (919) 386-0700

News submitted by Subodh Gupta www.subodhgupta.com/Stress.html

About Understanding Stress

2006-08-29T00:19:00.000-07:00

What is Stress?

Stress is the feeling one experience when one perceive a gap between what one wants and what one gets or has, or it can also be defined as excess of demands over the individual‘s ability to meet them. It is an internal reaction caused by our interpretation of what is outside and it results in building up of energy inside us.

How does Stress effect one’s performance?

Stress can either help to increase the effectiveness or it can hinder the effectiveness of an individual, depending upon the stress level.Like in musical instrument, if enough tension or the stress in not there, the instrument will give unpleasant music, however if there are too much tension or too much stress it may lead to breaking up of string. However the optimum amount of tension in the string, give the pleasant music.Similar way with the human being, if they do not have any deadline, people become inefficient,At the same time very strict deadline and pressure effect people health severely.

What are the Ineffective way of coping with the Stress?

The first reaction of many people is to light Cigarette or Drink. Although it may bring a superficial sense of relief and calmness, it in fact sets off its own stress reaction by introducing nicotine into the blood stream, resulting in compounding the physical effect on the body.

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