Stress techniques for parents

Posted by Yafaau's Dad on Nov 7, 2005 in Blogger, General, Website |

by Dr. Ann Edworthy

Stress occurs when we feel that we cannot cope with a situation. There should be no shame attached to being stressed as we are all likely to experience extreme stress at sometime in our lives. Half a million people in the UK experience work related stress at a level that is making them ill. It should not be surprising, therefore, to find that parents caring for a disabled child have reported generally high levels of stress as they have additional issues/concerns to deal with (including communicating with the medics; applying for the financial support from the state; sleepless nights, practicalities of holidays; respite care etc.).

1. Adopt a healthy lifestyle.

2. Adopt the right attitude.

3. Be positive.

4. Learn to relax.

5. Progressive muscular relaxation.

6. Time management.

7. Methods such as yoga and meditation (you will need to join a class)*.

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