Vocab
What is resilience?
The ability to bounce back from stress.
What is the first step/stage of stress?
The alarm stage
An event or situation that causes stress is called a(n)
Stressor
What makes life changes so stressful?
They threaten the person's sense and feelings of security.
Can you control the external and internal factors that influence your level of resiliency?
You cannot control the external factors, but you can control the internal factors
What is someone who accepts nothing less than excellence?
A perfectionist
What is the second stage of stress?
The resistance stage.
A positive stressor is
eustress
Prolonged stress increases the risk of ______ disease
Damaging blood vessels, causing them to narrow/ heart attack
what are 3 ways that mild forms of anxiety and depressive feelings might be relieved?
talking with supportive people -getting more physical activity -volunteering
Pessimism is _______________________________
the tendency to focus on the negatives in life
What is the third stage of stress?
Exhaustion Stage
What type of stressor would a tornado be?
a catastrophe
Can stress cause increased amounts of crying?
Yes, Stress can cause increased amounts of crying
When should a person seek professional help with feeling of anxiety and depression?
If anxiety and depression persists for an extended period of time
Which choice best reflects a pessimistic person preparing for a race?
I know I wont win this race!
Another name for bad stress is
negative stressors/distress
What is an example of a major life change/stressor?
Failing a whole grade, death in the family, moving, losing your job are all examples
What is an effective way to deal with stress?
Humor & Laughter or relaxation techinques
What technique helps reduce stress by helping you get more done each day?
Time management
Positive outlook, communication skills, and organization are key factors in what trait
resilience
The key thing of resilience is
how to deal with and physically control stress
The name of a negative stressor is
distress
Can stress cause problems with concentration?
Absolutely
Why is physical activity a good way of reducing tensions?
It helps you take your mind off your problems and releases endorphins that cause your body to relax