Stress
Stress Management
Stress Response
Stress Management2
Stress Strategies
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Worry or concern caused by a difficult situation is called....
Stress
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True or False: Video games can be a healthy way to help relieve stress
True
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What is the body's response to stress called (3 words, all begin with "F")?
Fight, Flight, or Freeze
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True or False: Bike riding is one way to help relieve stress
True! Exercise, being physically active.
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What is one benefit of sharing a problem instead of keeping it to yourself?
It can lessen stress and help you figure out what to do.
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What is anxiety?
A feeling of fear, dread, worry.
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What is the technique called where you take deep breaths and focus your mind?
Meditation.
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True of False: Stress hormones are released in the body, begin the stress response, and give you a burst of energy and focus.
True.
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Why is it important to learn how to manage your stress?
Long term stress makes us unhealthy
To better deal with stress in the future
To limit our anger(frustration)
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What is the best way to talk to yourself when you are feeling stressed?
Be kind. Positive.
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Name 3 stressors that are outside of your control.
School, parents, peers, teachers, the way others treat me, etc.
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How do breathing exercises help you when feeling stressed?
Helps to focus you, helps calm your nerves, slows down heart rate.
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How does a "I've got this" attitude help us take on stress?
Gives us the confidence to face stress head on.
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What is a way that you can put your feelings into words in order to help process stressors?
Journaling, Poetry, Talking to a trusted friend or adult.
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Social expectations can contribute to stress. What should you prioritize to help lessen that kind of stress?
Your own well being
Setting boundaries
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What are some stressors that you CAN control in your life?
Your behavior (your own actions and words) How much sleep you get, what you eat, how much water you drink, attitude, etc..
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What is a relaxation technique you can use if you are stressed? Name 2.
Deep breathing, mindfulness exercises, meditation, listen to music, take a nice walk, journal, etc.
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What are the PHYSICAL symptoms of the stress response?(These things prepare us for fight, flight, or freeze) Please list 2.
Increased rate of breathing, heart rate increase, sweating, hyper-focus, tunnel vision, shaking hands or legs, butterflies, etc.
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What is this stress management technique?
It is listening to music.
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What are some health consequences that can be caused by ignoring stress?
Anxiety, depression, memory impairment, weak immune system, sleep disorder and digestive problems.
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Give an example of how stress can be helpful.
Keeps us safe, signals that we need to prepare
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What foods are not good to eat if you are dealing with stress?
Junk food
Fast Food
Candy
Caffeine
etc.
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What are some BEHAVIORAL symptoms of stress?
Nail biting
Yelling
Pacing
Isolation
Procrastination
etc
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You feel sad, get moody or angry, feel hopeless, have frequent headaches, and you're always tired. What should you do?
Seek help from a trusted adult like a doctor, counselor, family, friends, but do not ignore the signs!
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This activity, like walking or stretching, helps reduce stress by releasing endorphins.
What is exercise?