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Learn More About Stress

Stress complicates life, making everything seem difficult, heavy, and overwhelming. Stress creates many negative effects on our physical and mental health, but the good news is that we can disrupt this automatic reaction and learn to respond to stressors differently. Below you’ll find articles and resources to help you both understand and deal with feelings of stress.

Emotion Focused Coping

Emotion-Focused Coping: Definition, Examples & Strategies

Emotion-focused coping refers to using skills for processing and dealing with feelings that arise due to stressful situations.

by: Michelle Risser, LISW-S
Feeling Overwhelmed

Feeling Overwhelmed: Symptoms, Causes, & How to Cope

Feeling overwhelmed can be debilitating, especially when juggling various responsibilities. Many factors can leave you chronically overwhelmed, whether financial difficulties, loss, mental health conditions, or life transitions. While you may struggle to see the end to these challenges, prioritizing your needs can help combat distress. Consider practicing mindfulness, asking for support, and accepting your emotions as you work toward regaining balance in life.

by: Emily Guarnotta, PsyD

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