Causes of Stress
Things that cause stress are called ______?
Stressors/Triggers
What are 2 side effects of stress?
Anxiety Headaches Heart Problems, Physical (body), Psychological (mind), Emotional, Behavioral, and many others
Name 3 possible stressors at school.
Homework, presentations, school subjects, being late, tests, bullying, peer conflict
Not dealing with your stress can cause what?
Long term physical and psychological issues/issues.
Name 2 ways stress can affect you physically.
Headaches, skin problems (acne), weight gain/loss, over sleeping, insomnia, stomachaches, fast heartbeat, perspiration, ulcers, high blood pressure, constant fatigue, dizziness
Youth/Kids do not suffer from stress.
False
Name 3 possible stressors at home.
Divorce, family conflict , financial issues, a loved one who is ill, death of a family member, change in family dynamics
How can stress effect someone in a positive way?
It can motivate you to succeed, helps you learn and grow, teach's you time management and how to meet deadlines, makes you resilient, helps you to improve, could make you more assertive, helps you to problem solve, can be good for your immune system (short term)
What is stress?
A physical, psychological and or emotional response to tension/pressure/trauma.
Too much stress can have____________ effects on your mind and body.
bad/negative
Name one way stress can affect you psychologically/emotionally.
Mood swings, lack of concentration, anxiety, anger, irritability, depression, panic attacks, crying, nightmares, restless, confusion, feelings of helplessness
Name 3 possible stressors in your social life.
Peer pressure, fighting with your friends, asking someone out, rumors, social media, bullying
Which of the following would cause good stress? A. Not completing your homework on time. B. Getting your driver's license. C. Death of a family member or friend.
B. Getting your driver's license.
Name a bad behaviors for dealing with stress.
ignoring the issues, recklessness, lateness, pacing, overeating, not eating enough, not caring about physical appearance, grinding your teeth, pulling hair, nail biting, becoming aggressive, taking things out on others