Brains, Bodies and Stress
What You Should Know
- Stress is how the brain and body deal with demands in an attempt to protect us and keep us safe. It is a part of life experienced by everyone.
- Our bodies and brains have ways of responding to short-term stress and long-term (chronic) stress. Unmanaged stress can cause harm to your physical, emotional and mental health.
- It is important to find ways to manage your stress and decrease the risk of negative
health effects.
Things You Can Try
- Test Your Stress — Complete this simple stress test to measure the stress in your life.
- Counseling Center Mental Health Screening — Enter keyword "Pepperdine" to take the screening.
- How to Make Stress Your Friend
- Stress Free Guided Meditations with Ashlee Phillips — Guided meditations to help ease the stress of daily life.
- How to Deal with Stress and Anxiety
- Stress Management
- Exercise and Stress: Get Moving to Manage Stress
- Relaxation Techniques for Stress Relief
- Foods That Help Reduce Stress