Worries
What is Stress?
Stressed
More Stress
Anxiety
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We made a worry wall together and then we spoke about problems being in 2 categories. What are the categories?
Things we have control of

Things we don't have control of

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True or False. Stress is always negative.
False
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What can cause Stress in School?

Quizzes, Friendships, Learning, Hard Subjects....VARIOUS ANSWERS!

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How does stress start out?
As a feeling or a reaction
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When we are faced with a threatening event, our bodies give us a surge of adrenaline.

When faced with a threatening event such as a physical attack or a natural disaster, most people feel anxiety or fear. Our bodies give us a surge of adrenaline and our instincts take over. This gives us the strength we need to get out of the situation and survive.

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Name a worry that you can control.
Doing well on a test, dealing with my emotions, not getting so upset that I scream at my friend.
200
How does stress physically affect your body?

• Sore stomach • Headache • Forgetfulness • Butterflies in stomach • Can’t concentrate • Trouble sleeping 

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Name one hormone that is released in our body when we feel stressed or anxious?

Cortisol OR Adrenaline

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What region of your brain sets off a signal when there is a perceived threat?
hypothalamus 
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When does anxiety become a problem?

when it stops you from doing everyday activities; when it goes off and there is no real danger; and when it happens frequently.

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What do you think kids your age worry about most?

• Grades, school, and homework

• Future

• Friends

• Health of loved ones

• Bullying

• Being laughed at


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Name 3 things I can do to control my stress.
Deep breathing, drawing, talking to a friend.
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What are three things that can cause stress?

Various answers

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What does adrenaline do?
increases your heart rate, elevates your blood pressure, and boosts energy supplies.



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What are two ways your body lets you know you're anxious?

Fast breathing, racing heart, sweaty hands, feeling jumpy and restless

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What can happen when we are constantly worried?
may cause health problems
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Describe your favorite stress relieving activity.
various answers 
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True or False Your entire body can be affected by stress.
True
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What is cortisol?
stress hormone, increase glucose (sugars in the bloodstream)
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Doing things we are afraid of doing can help us get over our fear.

True

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What two things can you do to manage your worries?
talk to a professional, talk to someone you trust, use stress relieving activities such as meditation/deep breathing.
500
Name 2 types of positive stress.
A bit of nervousness for an exam, stress to help with energy boost.
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How can the stress response be helpful?
Helps concentrate better and perform well under pressure
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What makes up the stress response?
Increased adrenaline and cortisol flowing in the body.
500

Talking about our fears or anxiety usually makes it worse. 


False, talking about hard things with someone we trust usually helps us feel better.

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