Monthly Mental Health Tip

​During the month of April, one observance is connected to stress awareness. There are so many aspects of our lives and functioning that can cause stress. Worries about money to anxiety about school or jobs to even feeling nervous about certain relationships, can invoke a sense of stress and feeling overwhelmed. Chronic stress over time can cause health challenges, such as ulcers, anxiety disorders, heart attacks, and panic attacks to name a few. Our physical health and mental health are connected, so it is important to understand how the emotional/mental toll of stress can impact our physical health.

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Mental Health Tip: Below are a few strategies you can employ to help with managing stress:

• Identify sources of stress and why these things are causing you stress.

• Set an action plan to address the causes of stress.

• Understand what your first sign is that you are getting stressed. This includes understanding what that looks like in your body.

• Engage in relaxation techniques to help you manage stress. This can include activities like praying, meditating, breathing techniques, or taking a short walk.