Discussion Post: Stress
• Define the concept of social support. Identify and explain the four types of social support and provide an example of each type of support.
• Define autobiographical listening and describe the four ways of listening autobiographically.
• Define empathic listening and describe its four stages. Explain how effective listening is the key to healthy communication.
• Define and explain relaxation. Explain some benefits of relaxation. Explain what is meant by the statement, "Cognitive techniques help stop the stress response from activating, while physical relaxation techniques help reduce stress by altering the physiological impact of stress."
• Define meditation and its components. Describe the four factors that are present in meditation.
The response should include a reference list. Double-space, using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.