This presentation describes two areas of the brain that influence human response to stress. We discuss how to manage stress through the art of resilience and give clear examples of the seven habits of resilient nurses. 

CREDIT HOURS 1.0 contact hour 

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT This educational activity is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses (AMSN). Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number CEP 5387. 

 DISCLOSURES The speaker and planning committee members reported no actual or potential conflict of interest in relation to this continuing nursing education activity. 

 LEARNING OUTCOME At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be able to describe areas of the brain that influence response to stress and discuss seven habits of resilient nurses.