Non communicable diseases are fast growing in Indian scenario. Knowingly or unknowingly, certain unhealthy ways of coping up can be a reason for non-communicable diseases. When we are unable to maintain a balance between mind and body system through effective coping strategies, we experience stress. Everyone can deal with stress either through changing the stress producing situations or changing our reaction to stressful situations. Avoid the stressors, alter the stressors, adapt the stressors and accept the stressors are the key area of concern related to stress management. Moreover one should set a powerful mind against alcoholism, smoking and drug abuse. Effective stress management can reduce the risk of non- communicable diseases to some extent.

Keywords: Non-communicable disease; Coping up; Coping strategies; Stress; Stressors.