Stress Basics
Coping Skills
Stress Responses
Problem-solving
Healthy Strategies
Myth vs Fact
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Worry or concern caused by a difficult situation is called....
Stress
100
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?
Fight, Flight, or Freeze
100
True or False: Physical activity can help reduce stress.
True!
100
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.
100
Stress can cause physical symptoms, such as headaches or muscle tension.
FACT
(Stress can affect both the mind and body. )
200
What is anxiety?
Stress that lasts for a long period of time (i.e. feelings of worry, fear, or nervousness)
200
Name one healthy coping skill you can use when you are stressed.
Talking with a friend or other supports, exercise, music, painting, reading, being in nature etc.
200
What hormone is released in the body, that begins the stress response, giving you a burst of energy and focus?
Adrenaline
200
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)
To protect our physical/mental/emotional well-being
200
What is the best way to talk to yourself when you are feeling stressed?
Be kind. Positive.
200
Imagine Drake has a packed schedule and starts sleeping less to get everything done. Is it a fact that losing sleep is always the best way to stay productive?
MYTH
(Poor sleep can affect concentration, mood, and stress tolerance.)
300
Name 3 stressors that are outside of your control.
School, parents, peers, teachers, the way others treat me, unexpected events or situations etc.
300
How do breathing exercises help you when feeling stressed?
Helps to focus you, helps calm your nerves, and helps body relax
300
How does a "I've got this" attitude help us take on stress?
Gives us the confidence to face stress head on.
300
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.
300
Social expectations can contribute to stress, what should you prioritize to help lessen that kind of stress?
Your own well being
Setting boundaries
300
People who appear calm on the outside cannot be experiencing serious stress.
MYTH
(People show stress differently. Someone may hide their feelings or struggle internally while appearing calm. )
400
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..
400
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.
400
What are the physical symptoms of the stress response?(These things prepare us for fight, flight, or freeze) Please list 2.
breathing increase, heart rate increase, sweating, focus, tunnel vision, shaking hands or legs, butterflies, etc.
400
What is this stress management technique?
It is listening to music.
400
What are some health consequences that can be caused by ignoring stress?
Anxiety, depression, memory impairment, weak immune system, sleep disorder and digestive problems.
400
If stress causes someone to become irritable, their behavior is completely outside their control, so they are not responsible for how they treat others.
MYTH
500
Give an example of how stress can be helpful.
Keeps us safe (i.e. reacting to danger), motivates to do better on a test, etc
500
You’re angry after an argument. Name 2 healthy coping strategies you could use before responding.
Walk away
Breathe
Talk to someone
500
What are some behavioral symptoms of stress?
Nail biting
restlessness
Constant racing thoughts
Isolation
Procrastination
etc
500
You feel sad, get moody or angry, feel hopeless, have frequent headaches, you're always tired, and have chest pain. What should you do?
Seek help from a trusted adult like a doctor, counselor, family, friends, but do not ignore the signs!
500
How can "active listening" help handle stressful family dynamics?
Give you the understanding and perspective of others and help you communicate your own feelings in a calm and respectful manner.
500
Stress is always bad for you
Myth