W3 Chapter 5.5 Treatment of Stress-Related Physical Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Why is prevention important in stress management
A
Stress leads to physical illness and the removal of the stressor is not enough to remove the illness
2
Q
how can we stay health in the face of stress
A
by developing effective emotion regulation skills
3
Q
What are the four processes that are helpful in emotional regualtion
A
- Emotional Disclosure (expressive writing)
- Biofeedback (awareness of physical state)
- Relaxation and Meditation
- Cognitive behaviour therapy
4
Q
What two processes make emotional disclosure helpful
A
- Catharsis
- Reframing (opportunity to rethink problems)
5
Q
What are the benefits to mediation in stress reduction
A
Reduction of blood pressure
6
Q
What three physical issues can be treated with CBT
A
- Headache
- pediatric abdominal pain
- rheumatoid arthritis
