Describe the effect of stress on individuals and relationships.

Description should include

• the short- and long-term effects that stress can have on physical health
• the effects of stress on wellbeing (e.g., physical, emotional, behavioral, cognitive, spiritual, and social development)
• the effect on the quality of relationships.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• How can stress affect one's relationships?
• What are the short- and long-term effects of stress on physical health?
• Why should you be concerned about stress for yourself? Your family? Society?

Communication

• How can communication alleviate stress within relationships?
• How does stress affect one's behavior?

Leadership

• How does self-discipline help one manage the impact of stress?
• What can be done to lessen the impact of stress on individuals and relationships?
• How can a leader identify signs of stress in others?

Management

• How might one develop a plan to alleviate the impact of stress?
• What resources might help manage effects of stress?