How to Cope with Psychological Stress

Part of the Psychology For Dummies Cheat Sheet

Stress is a constant in everyone’s life. It seems that nobody is immune. Fortunately, the psychology behind stress relief is pretty straightforward, and you can ease your own stress with help from the tips in the following list:

Accept responsibility: Take charge of your own part in things.
Analyze the situation logically: Try looking at a situation more logically.
Gather information: The more you know, the better you’re able to cope.
Reappraise or reframe the situation: Look at a situation from a different perspective and try to see the positive side of things.
Seek guidance and support: Ask for help.
Use problem-solving skills: Come up with alternatives, select an alternative, and reevaluate the outcomes.