Causes of Stress
Things that cause stress are called ______.
Stressors
Name one physical effect of stress
-Fatigue
-Insomnia
-Headaches
-High blood pressure
-Heart problems
Even though it may be difficult, limiting ______ time can limit stress and increase productivity.
phone/screen
It is important to talk to friends, family, or seek professional help when dealing with stress overload.
True
NSBE stands for ________.
National Society of Black Engineers
Acute stress is stress that occurs ______ term and eventually resolves.
Short
_______ is one of the most effective ways to manage stress because it causes your body to release endorphins and endocannabinoids, lessening anxiety and improving sleep.
Exercise
Some people prefer to keep a stress _______ to keep track of triggers and stressors that should be eliminated in order to limit stress.
journal/log
Culture and gender can affect how stress is handled.
True
VCU is in region ___ of NSBE.
2
It is important to have a good ______ system, like friends, family, and other NSBE members to avoid feeling alone during times of stress.
support
______ is an emotional state of high energy, with the stress response as the body's reaction to it.
Anxiety
Techniques for managing stress are called _______.
Coping mechanisms/skills
It is always important to take mental breaks, like listening to music, meditating, spending time outside, and doing yoga.
True
Name 3 e-board members.
Macky, Nawal, Aliyah, Deion, Angela B., Angela O., Michael, Andre, David, Nigel, Sekai, Yabby, Chance
Not having enough work, activity, or change in life can also cause stress. This is why it is important to have _______ and things you like to do outside of school.
hobbies/activities
One very common sign of stress is _________, which is when a person has persistent problems falling and staying asleep.
List one nutritional tip that can help manage and limit stress.
-Eat 3 meals a day
-Limit caffeine
-Limit processed foods
-Stay hydrated
-Limit alcohol intake
All stress is bad stress.
False
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
NSBE was founded at _________ University, in West Lafayette, Indiana.
Purdue
What two systems in your body are responsible for stress response?
Nervous and endocrine system.
Constant stress over time can often lead to serious emotional problems, such as ______ and _______.
depression and anxiety
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
VCU has a center called ________ , where all students can talk to professionals about how to manage stress and practice mindfulness.
The Well
Chronic stress is short term and only occurs in response to certain situations.
False
NSBE was founded in the year of ______.
1975