EMBA 5201 Assessing Leader Style, Behavior, and Results

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EMBA 5201Assessing Leader Style, Behavior, and
Results

• Dr. David A. Mack
• Stress

AUGUST 2009
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STRESS
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What Is Stress??
Stress is a Psycho-Physiological Phenomenon.
A Definition
Stress is the unconscious mobilization of an
individuals resources in response to a stimulus.
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OR
FIGHT
FLIGHT
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Physiological Effects

• Adrenaline Levels Increase
• Heart Rate Increases
• Breathing Speeds Up
• Blood Pressure Increases
• Blood Flow is Diverted Away from
  Non-Essential Organs and Increased to
  Essential Ones
• Immune and Other Systems are Shut Down
• Coagulating Agents are Pumped into Bloodstream

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Human Stress is a Complex Issue
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Social Support
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Furry Friends
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LOCUS OF CONTROL
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How much can you cram into your Suitcase?
RELIGION
TRAVEL
EXERCISE
RELATIONSHIPS
WORK
FAMILY
FRIENDS
CLASSES
LEISURE TIME
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Ways to reduce the negative impact of Stress

• UNDERSTAND THAT STRESS IS A FACTOR IN YOUR
  LIFE
• HAVE PEOPLE TO TALK TO
• STAY HEALTHY
• GET ORGANIZED
• PLAN PERIODIC DOWNTIME
• FIGHT THE BATTLES YOU CAN WIN