STRESS MANAGEMENT

 Title: Stress Management

Author:

• Harshita Shyam Thakur
• Harsh Baliram Naik
• Sejal Hemant Thakur
• Yash Dhanjay Patil

Introduction:

Stress management is a personal journey that varies from one individual to another. While some may frequently feel stressed and struggle to cope, others may handle pressure effectively and find it easier to relax after challenging situations. Recognizing one’s own stress levels and responses is crucial; those who find it hard to manage stress can benefit from targeted strategies to improve their resilience. Ultimately, fostering a sense of calm under pressure can lead to better decision-making and overall well-being.

Objective:

One objective of this research is to analyze the underlying factors contributing to stress in individuals, as well as to identify the effective coping mechanisms that can alleviate these stressors. This will provide insights into the psychological and behavioral patterns associated with stress management, ultimately informing strategies for enhancing resilience and well-being.

To understood underlying and phenomenon of problem of Stress Management among students of ITM Skills University.

Literature Review:

• Stress management strategies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness meditation, physical exercise, and strong social support systems, have been demonstrated to effectively mitigate stress and improve psychological well-being (Hofmann et al., 2012; Khoury et al., 2015; Salmon et al., 2003). Individual preferences and contexts play a crucial role in selecting appropriate interventions for optimal stress reduction (Lazarus & Folkman, 1984; Cohen & Wills, 1985).

• Stress management encompasses various techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, physical activity, and social support, all of which have been shown to effectively reduce stress and enhance well-being (Hofmann et al., 2012; Khoury et al., 2015; Salmon et al., 2003). Effective interventions are context-dependent, emphasizing the importance of individualized approaches to stress reduction (Lazarus & Folkman, 1984; Cohen & Wills, 1985).

Data Collection:

Following questions were formed on Likert scale and students of ITM were surveyed with google form. Data was coded as 1 for Strongly Disagree and 5 for Strongly Agree. For this Mean, Mode, Standard Deviation, Standard Error was calculated.

Data Analyst:

Mean	3.08	3.03	3.15	2.85	2.81
SD	1.37	1.25	1.34	1.27	1.41
SE	0.14	0.13	0.13	0.13	0.14
Mode	0.08	0.03	0.15	-0.15	-0.19
Results	Strongly Agree	Agree	Neutral	Disagree	Strongly Disagree

Conclusion:

• Students felt stressed often.
• Students can handle stress well.
• Students can relax after stressful situations are Neutral.
• Students do not find it hard to manage stressful situations
• Students do not feel calm under pressure

Reference:

 

• Hofmann, S. G., et al. (2012). The Efficacy of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy: A Review of Meta-analyses. Cognitive Therapy and Research, 36(5), 427-440.
• Lazarus, R. S., & Folkman, S. (1984). Stress, Appraisal, and Coping. Springer. 2 – 147(2)