Stress
Stress can be defined as...
a feeling of emotional or physical tension
Anxiety can be defined as....
a feeling of fear, dread and uneasiness
True or False: Coping Skill is something you have to learn.
False
_____ % of students reported stress as the reason for negatively affecting their academics
35.3 % students
True or False: Anxiety is a normal reaction to stress
TRUE
what is one way to manage stress
Thinking Positive
self-care
confront the problem
find a distraction
express yourself
What is one way Stress affects the body physically?
blood pressure rises
heart beat rises
muscle tension
Headaches
dizziness
Jaw Ache
insomnia
hyperventilation
breathlessness
sweating
_____% of students reported struggling with anxiety
82%
One way to help with Anxiety is by doing what type of exercise?
Breathing Exercise
How does stress affects the body mentally?
affect our thinking ability
jumbled and confused thoughts
thinking becomes focussed on worrying
preoccupied with problems
difficulty in decision and problem making
thinking negatively and fearing the worst increases worry and stress.
Can Pressure from school and work cause anxiety
TRUE
What is one thing to remember when having panic attack?
If you experience a panic attack, it is important to remind yourself that none of these feelings can harm you
How does stress affects the body emotionally?
irritability
Impatience
Anger
Frustration
Fear
anxiety,
self-doubt
Panic
Despondency
feelings of inadequacy
Insecurity
Hopelessness
Unhappiness
emotional withdrawal and depression
What is a benefit of having coping skills
Ability to decrease symptoms of depression or cravings, better management of emotions, better mood, improve self-esteem, etc.