Causes of Stress
What is one environmental cause of stress?
Noise, crowds, pollution, lack of privacy, etc.
Name one physical symptom of stress.
Headache, stomach ache, fatigue, muscle tension.
Name on physical activity that can reduce stress.
Walking, yoga, dancing, running, etc.
Name one way to cope with anxiety.
Grounding techniques, progressive muscle relaxation, deep breathing
What is one technique to reduce excessive worrying?
Scheduling a "worry time," challenging negative thoughts.
Name one relational cause of stress.
Conflicts with family, friends, or coworkers
Name on emotional symptom of stress.
What is deep breathing?
A relaxation technique that involves slow, deep breaths to calm the body and mind.
What is the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique?
A method of grounding by identifying 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste.
How can reframing thoughts help with worry?
It helps change negative, unrealistic thinking into more balanced and realistic thoughts.
How can poor time management lead to stress?
It creates a sense of rushing and overwhelm.
It can lead to difficulty falling asleep, staying asleep, or feeling unrested.
What is the benefit of taking breaks throughout the day?
It helps prevent burnout and reduces stress by giving your mind and body rest.
How can visualization be used to cope with anxiety?
By imagining a peaceful or calming place to reduce anxiety.
True or False: Worrying can help you be more prepared for challenges.
False. Worrying tends to increase stress without providing solutions.
True or False: The fear of failure can be a source of stress.
True
True of False: Stress can weaken the immune system.
True
How can talking to someone help manage stress?
It provides emotional support and perspective, helping to reduce stress.
True or False: It's important to avoid thinking your anxious feeligns.
False. It's important to acknowledge and address them.
How does social support help when worrying?
Talking with someone can offer reassurance, new perspectives, and comfort.
How can unresolved trauma lead to chronic stress?
It can trigger ongoing emotional reactions that heighten stress levels.
How can stress cause challenges in appetite?
Stress can lead to overeating (emotional eating) or loss of appetite.
How does practicing mindfulness reduce stress?
It helps bring awareness to the present moment, reducing overthinking and anxiety.
How does regular exercise help reduce anxiety?
It releases endorphins, reducing tension and improving mood.
Name one strategy for accepting uncertainty.
Focusing on what you can control, practicing mindfulness, reframing thoughts about uncertainty.