Article: For most situations that cause anxiety, there are four ways to deal with them: Avoid, Alter, Adapt, or Accept. The first two focus on changing the situation. The second two focus on changing your own reaction. Try out a combination of these approaches and see what works best for you, keeping in mind that what works in one situation may not work for another. The first A stands for "Avoiding unnecessary stress." Take a look at what's causing stress in your life. Keeping a journal of when you feel stressed and what's going on in your environment and relationships when you feel that way can help you identify triggers for your anxiety.  A common source of anxiety may be feeling like you are stretched too thin between multiple commitments (family, partner, job, school, etc.). Learning to say "no" when you need to can help remove that unnecessary stress. Dealing with unpleasant people or situations can also trigger anxiety. If someone consistently seems to cause you to feel anxious, consider talking with them about it. If that person will not change any behavior, consider reducing the amount of time you spend with them. Certain issues, such as politics or religion, can also trigger feelings of anxiety when you have to deal with them. Try to avoid discussions about things that you feel very strongly about if the conversations cause you anxiety. In some cases, you can't just avoid a situation that produces anxiety. However, you may be able to alter the situation so that it doesn't cause as much anxiety. Often, this means taking a new approach to it, or trying out new communication tactics.  For example, if your daily commute to work makes you feel anxious because you're afraid of crashing your car, see if you can take a bus or other type of public transit instead. You probably can't avoid going to work, but you can alter how you get there to reduce your stress. Another common source of anxiety is relationships. You can often try to alter these dynamics simply by using assertive communication. This type of communication focuses on communicating your thoughts, feelings, and needs in a clear, direct, and respectful manner.For example, if you're feeling anxious because your mom calls you every day to "check up" on you, even though you're in college, you can try telling her how you feel: "Mom, I appreciate that you want to make sure I'm doing okay. Having to give you daily status reports is making me feel like I'm under a lot of pressure, and I'm feeling pretty stressed. What if you call me just on the weekend instead? I can catch you up on everything I'm doing then."  Time management is a huge source of anxiety for a lot of people. In addition to saying "no" to too many obligations, plan your time wisely. Use a calendar or scheduling app to keep track of your responsibilities. Plan ahead for big things like events or projects. You won't be able to avoid these things, but knowing they're coming up -- and that you have time to prepare -- can cut back the anxiety. In some cases, you can't do anything about the stressor. Maybe you can't change your job right now, even though you don't like it. Maybe you get stuck in a traffic jam that's simply going to make you late to work that day. In these cases, focus on changing your own response to the situation by adapting to it.  Try to reframe problems and anxiety triggers. For example, maybe you can't afford to change your job right now, even though you really hate dealing with customers at your job and it stresses you out. You could try reframing this negative as a positive: "I'm getting experience in dealing with difficult people that will serve me well in the future." Try looking at the big picture. Often, people who have anxiety disorders find themselves worrying how others will see and judge them. The next time you feel anxious about something, such as giving a presentation in public, ask yourself: How important is this in the grand scheme of things? Will it matter a week, a month, or a year from now? The chances are likely that this is not as big a deal as it feels like it is. Adjusting your standards can often help reduce anxiety. Perfectionism is strongly correlated with anxiety and depression. If unrealistic standards are what has you feeling anxious, try bringing them to a reasonable level. Remind yourself that you can pursue excellence without pursuing perfection -- in fact, allowing yourself to make mistakes and adapt to them will make you more successful in the long run. The illusion of control motivates a lot of people to place pressure on themselves through "should" statements: I "should" get over a loss, I "should" enjoy my job, I "should" have a great relationship. However, you cannot control others' actions and responses, only your own. Remind yourself that there are things beyond your control, and work on letting go of what you can't change.  Instead of becoming anxious because you can't get your partner to do what you want in your relationship, focus on what you can control, such as how you communicate with them. If the trouble in the relationship continues, remind yourself that you are doing all you can -- you can't take action for the other person too. Look for the bright side. This may seem cheesy, but research suggests that looking for the "silver lining" of stressful or negative events can actually reduce feelings of anxiety and depression. For example, try to see mistakes not as "failures" but as opportunities for growth and learning. Try to see stresses as building your resilience, rather than tearing you down. Even reframing daily experiences like missing the bus can help you feel less anxious and upset.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Employ the Four "A"s approach. Avoid stressors when possible. Alter the stressor. Adapt when you need to. Accept what you can't control.

Some potential risk factors are to do with the healthiness of your lifestyle, but there are some things that you cannot influence or change. There is a significant increase in the rates of stomach cancer of those over 50, and most of those diagnosed are between 60 and 80 years old. Stomach cancer is also more common in men than in women.  In the US, stomach cancer is more common in Hispanic Americans, African Americans, and Asian/Pacific Islanders than it is in non-Hispanic white Americans. People who live in Japan, China, Southern and Eastern Europe, and South and Central America are more likely to get stomach cancer than people who live elsewhere. There are significant potential risks associated with your lifestyle and diet. Smoking and drinking alcohol increase the risk of stomach cancer by introducing harmful substances into the body. A diet low in fiber increases the risk of stomach cancer by lengthening the body's exposure time to the carcinogens present in food. Long-term consumption of salted, dried, and smoked food items with high levels of nitrates also elevates your risk.  It is thought that being overweight or obese may be a cause of cancers of the cardia (the upper part of the stomach). If you work in the coal, metal, or rubber industry, your risk of stomach cancer may be higher. Workers in these fields are exposed to more carcinogens than workers in other industries. Keep a close record of your personal medical history, and be aware of previous illnesses and treatments you may have had that could increase your chance of later developing stomach cancer. Be especially vigilant if you have a history of Helicobacter pylori infections, chronic gastritis, atrophic gastritis, pernicious anemia, or gastric polyps, as all of these conditions predispose you to stomach cancer.  Stomach cancers are more likely to develop in those who have previously had part of their stomach removed in surgery. Stomach cancer runs in families, so find out about your family medical history. However, keep in mind that adopting lifestyle changes, such as following a healthier diet, can help to reduce your risk. If you have a close relative who was diagnosed with stomach cancer, you are at a greater risk than someone who has no family history of stomach cancer. If you are unsure of, or worried about, your risk of developing stomach cancer, get in touch with your doctor. A doctor can help you evaluate your existing risk, as well as give you advice on modifying your lifestyle to help you lower your risk in the future. An early diagnosis can make a big difference to a prognosis, so act quickly if you are concerned.
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Consider your age, gender and ethnicity. Evaluate your lifestyle. Understand your personal and family medical history. Talk to your doctor.