A 45-year-old member asked:
What do you suggest to relieve my stress and anger?
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A Verified Doctoranswered
16 years experience
Counseling: Is an option. You can find a psychologist close to you here: locator.Apa.Org/
you can also try exercise, gaining a more positive, mindful perspective, focus on what is most important in life (e.g. Relationships over power, prestige, etc).
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Dr. Donald Gieckanswered
Clinical Psychology 16 years experience
Self management : Activities such as meditation and progressive relaxation may also be of benefit. These lower the stress response making it more manageable. Se the following links: http://www.how-to-meditate.org. http://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/meditation/in-depth/meditation/art-20045858
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Can i tell me how i can relieve stress and anger?
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Dr. Robert Stewartanswered
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
Manage stress with: E-a-s-e. 1)eliminate the stressor from your life (be assertive; delegate; take breaks ; vacations) 2)alter the impact of the stressor (problem solving; time management; social/group action); 3)shift your outlook (reduce unrealistic expectations, irrational beliefs ; negative self-talk); ; 4) ease your response (relaxation, exercise ; good nutrition). Counseling can help.
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Dr. Robert Stewart commented
Clinical Psychology 46 years experience
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Also, recent research indicates that stress may only be harmful if you believe it is harmful. It may be our attitude about stress that is most harmful. Check out the full information at http://www.ted.com/talks/kelly_mcgonigal_how_to_make_stress_your_friend.html. But also check with your physician to rule out non-stress causes.
Dec 17, 2013
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