Why do I want to take a stress management course?

Why do I want to take this course?

[ astronaut ] Review the course objectives and indicate whether the objectives seem compatible with your objectives and state why you would like to take this course. Email your answers to your instructor.

General Objectives

The online student will identify the various factors that comprise the word "stress" including environmental conditions, appraisal of environmental situations, the interplay in the relationship between the individual and the environmental demands, and in identifying various coping strategies. The student will be introduced to the understanding and application of stress reduction techniques including basic information regarding , biofeedback, progressive relaxation, autogenic training, imagery, and meditation.

Learning Outcomes : Completion of the Course the student will be able to:

recognize the impact of stress on modern life
understand the body's biochemical reactions to stressors
Identify common stress indicators and stress related diseases
Measure and monitor their own stress levels
Review various strategies to help cope with stressors more effectively

Take the 16 PF Personality Questionnaire to measure your level of stress. (50 points) before completing your 10th lesson in order to receive full credit. Email your instructor to receive your user name, pass word, and the URL in order to take the 16 PF inventory online. Be sure to include your real name as well as your email name. Email your lessons to Robert Brehm rbrehm@msn.com.. You should review the section of (FAQ) Frequently Asked Questions concerning online courses before you begin your assignments.

Required text: ( Distant Learning Course ) Brian Luke Seaward, Managing Stress, Principles and Strategies for Health and Well-being,3rd ed., Boston: Jones and Bartlett Publishers, 2002 . (You may order the book online through the Green River Community College Book Store. )

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