GNST 120 - Dealing with Stress

1 Credit: (1 lecture, 0 lab, 0 clinical) 1 Contact Hours:

This course is a systematic evaluation of stress and methods used to effectively reduce stress so that a healthier life style is possible. Students will learn to identify stressors, the psychological and physical responses to stress and the techniques for managing stress. Emphasis will be placed on stress and illness, relaxation techniques, stress and the college student, strategies for decreasing stressful behaviors, and coping with stressful situations which cannot be changed.
OFFERED: fall semesters

Course Goals/ Objectives/ Competencies:
Goal 1: Understand the relationship between stress and health.

Describe symptoms of stress.
Recognize the impact stress has on holistic health (mind-body-spirit).
Identify factors that contribute to unhealthy levels of stress.

Goal 2: Apply stress management techniques.

Practice coping skills.
Practice relaxation techniques.

Goal 3: Evaluate personal effectiveness of stress management techniques.

Identify coping skills that are effective for the student.
Identify relaxation techniques that are effective for the student.
Develop a personal stress management plan.