Poor Performer :(
True or false: Appropriate levels of stress are optimal for performance?
True
What is a physical indicator of stress?
Headaches, muscle tension, tiredness, difficulty sleeping, upset stomach, increased heart rate.
True or false: Coping strategies can be either helpful or unhelpful?
True
Too little stress results in...
Low motivation and interest
What is an emotional indicator of stress?
Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, irritable, frustrated or unable to relax
Name a body focused stress management strategy...
Healthy sleep routine, regular movement, staying hydrated, breathing strategies
Too much stress results in...
Impaired performance and anxiety
What is a behavioural indicator of stress?
Procrastinating, avoiding study, studying excessively, changes in eating or sleeping habits, withdrawing from others.
Name a mind focused stress management strategy...
Challenging unhelpful thinking, self-compassion, grounding/mindfulness, focussing
What are the three stages of stress?
What is a cognitive indicator of stress?
Difficulty concentrating, racing thoughts, forgetfulness, negative thinking or difficulty making decisions
Name a habits focused exam management strategy...
Notice and identifying your habits, realistic goal setting, reducing avoidance
Yerkes-Dodson Law Bell Curve
Research shows examination period's result in an increase in what hormone?
Cortisol
What are the two main groups associated with coping mechanisms?
Problem-focused coping, Emotional-focused coping