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November: National Stress Out Week
You've just finished off the Halloween candy, and before you know it, the holiday season has kicked into high gear. This year doesn't have to be stressful for you and your family. November 9-15th is National Stress Out Week, so sit back, relax and read on to learn new strategies for manage stress.
National Stress Out Week Promotes Benefits of Fitness on Stress and Anxiety
Regular exercise helps to decrease tension in your body and mind, as well as improve your mood. Some research shows that physically active people have lower rates of anxiety and depression.
Stress Affects Children, too!
Although childhood is typically considered a time of carefree play, children are also affected by the contagion of stress affecting adults during the holiday season.
What Kids Say About: Handling Stress
A Kid's Poll showed that kids are dealing with their stress in both healthy and unhealthy ways, and while they may not say so, they do want their parents to reach out and help them cope with their feelings.
Helping Kids Handle Worry
Children can become overwhelmed with the frustrations and disappointments of everyday school, friend, and family life. Your child doesn't have to struggle with worry alone; you