SMART
What does the S in SMART goals stand for?
Specific
True or False: It is the type of occupation that predicts the amount of stress an employee experiences.
False
True or False: Playing Sudoku, solitaire, or other games can be stress relieving.
True
List 3 negative coping mechanisms for dealing with stress.
Lots of possible answers.
• Criticizing yourself (negative self-talk) • Chewing your fingernails • Becoming aggressive or violent (Yelling, hitting, throwing or kicking something) •Eating too much or too little or drinking a lot of coffee • Avoiding social contact
What does the M in SMART goals stand for?
Measurable
What are 3 different causes of school related stress?
Lots of possible answers.
_________ is a way to help employees become stronger as a result of experiencing stress.
a. Reverse psychology b. Cross training
c. Resilience training d. Stress management
C. Resilience Training
True or False: Managing stress is all about taking charge of your thoughts, your emotions, your schedule, your environment, and the way you deal with problems.
True
Attainable
What are 3 causes of life stress?
Lots of possible answers.
• The death of a loved one • Divorce • Loss of a job • Increase in financial obligations • Chronic illness or injury • Emotional problems (depression, anxiety, anger, grief, guilt, low self-esteem)
Which of the following is not a way to reduce stress? a. Exercise b. Meditation
c. Deep breathing d. None of the above
D. None of the above
True or False: You can completely eliminate stress by avoiding stressful situations.
False
What does the R in SMART goals stand for?
Relevant
What are 3 causes of stress related to work?
Lots of possible answers.
• Being unhappy in your job • Having a heavy workload or too much responsibility • Working long hours • Working under dangerous conditions • Job insecurity • Facing discrimination or harassment at work, especially if your company isn't supportive
List 3 positive coping mechanisms that help reduce stress.
Lots of possible answers.
• Listening to music • Playing with a pet • Going out with a friend • Writing, painting, or other creative activity • Exercising or getting outdoors to enjoy nature • Practicing deep breathing
Positive stress is also known as?
a. Distress b. Eustress
c. Stress less d. Prostress
B. Eustress
What does the T in SMART goals stand for?
Time based
What can be a cause for internal stress?
Fear and uncertainty.
Attitudes and perceptions.
Unrealistic expectations.
Change.
Without knowing the _____________ it is hard to manage stress.
a. Proper exercises b. Source of stress
c. Correct breathing techniques
d. Psychology of stress
B. Source of Stress
What are 3 positive stressors?
Lots of possible answers.
• Meeting or engaging in a challenge. • Coming in first place in a race. • Getting a promotion at your job. • Love, marriage, or childbirth. • Riding a roller coaster. • Engaging in exercise, especially weight training.