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Mental health is in fact, a continuum, ranging from “well and coping” on the left, to “clinically diagnosed with mental illness” on the right.
Depending on our lifestyle habits, ability to manage stress and cope with our emotions, we can move along this spectrum over time and at any time.
Juggling multiple roles and responsibilities are part and parcel of adult life. This often brings about challenges with stressors and can be overwhelming over time, unless managed properly.
It is important that we prioritise our own well-being and learn to manage our stress, so we’re ready for the challenges ahead and we would then be able to better care for the people around us.
Stress is a normal response to everyday pressures. Daily needs and demands such as responsibilities, decisions, relationships, and money can cause stress.
Stressors trigger the release of two types of hormones in the body — adrenaline and cortisol.
Adrenaline
Adrenaline is a fight-or-flight hormone. It causes an increase in heart rate, breathing and blood sugar levels. It also diverts blood flow from our digestive system to our muscles.
Cortisol
Cortisol is a stress hormone, triggered when we feel threatened. It directs energy from other parts of the body to the brain to deal with the threat. After the danger has passed, cortisol levels should decrease and return to a normal state. However, if we are under constant stress, excessive cortisol could lead to health problems such as rapid weight gain, high blood pressure, etc.
Everyone responds to stress differently. Our body sends out various physical, cognitive, behavioural, and emotional warning signs, such as:
Physical Signs
How our body might react e.g. trembling, sweaty palms
Cognitive Signs
How we might think e.g. poor concentration, forgetfulness
Behavioural Signs
How we behave e.g. sleeping problems, crying, loss of appetite or overeating
Emotional Signs
How we might feel e.g. overwhelmed, restlessness or irritability
Some stress can be good for us! Positive stress, or eustress, helps us to cope with challenging but important life events. It’s bad when we live under very stressful conditions for long periods of time.
Prolonged stress can affect:
• Decreased immunity levels thereby increasing our chances of getting colds and
other illnesses
• Worsening of asthmatic conditions
• Increased blood pressure that will increase the risk of stroke, heart attacks and
kidney problems
• Digestive problems like stomach ulcers, indigestion, constipation, or diarrhea
• Nervous breakdown or mental conditions such as depression
Since it is not entirely possible to cut out all forms of stress from our lives, it is all the more important - and realistic - that we learn how to cope with it. We have the power to keep our stress under control! Discover stress-busting powers to manage stress and burnout.
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Can anyone join Active Family Programme?This programme is catered to children aged 6 to 12 years old only. Parents are encouraged to join in the session with their kids but priority will be given to children :)
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What is the attire for this programme?For safety reasons, all participants will need to be in COVERED sports shoes and comfortable sports attire (t-shirt, shorts etc.). Jeans are strongly not advised. Our facilitators on-site will disallow any participant from joining the session if not in proper attire, for safety reasons.
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Are walk-ins welcome if I were to come last minute?Walk-ins are not available. You must be registered to join the activities. :)
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What happens if it is raining before the start of the session?An SMS will be sent out to online registered participants of any cancellations or any shifting to the alternate wet weather location. It is important to key in a valid mobile number at time of registration.
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How do I register for the sessions?Registration is via the Healthy365 app that can be downloaded at the Google Play Store or the App Store. Kindly download the App, and navigate to the 'NEARBY' function at the bottom to register for your sessions Click herefor a step-by-step guide on how to register on the app. 1 Parent account is limited to 2 pax, including your child. Priority will be given to children.
Taking note of all the positive things in our life could also give us a more balanced, grateful view of the world!
For any enquiries, e-mail to healthywe@team-axis.com or call 9027 3873 (9.30am - 6.30pm)