True/False
The fight or flight response only occurs during acute periods of stress?
False, can be chronic if not addressed or managed.
This is released when stressed, causing a release of stored body sugar for a surge of energy:
A. Serotonin
B. Oxytocin
C. Adrenaline (epinephrine)
C. Adrenaline
Can chronic stress cause weight changes?
Yes! You may lose or gain weight. In some cases, stress may lead to missed meals and poor food choices. For others, stress may cause them to completely lose the desire to eat.
Name one coping strategy for stress management
- Good nutrition
- Sleep
- Deep breathing
- Music
- Exercise/Meditation....
Stress is both a cause and an effect of anxiety and depression?
True!
Breathing Patterns when stressed are typically:
A. Rapid and Shallow
B. No Change in breathing pattern
C. Deeper and longer
A. Rapid and Shallow, we must remember to take deep breaths. A good practice is square breathing.
What happens to a person's focus when they are under chronic stress?
Demonstrate one coping strategy when experiencing acute stress.
All evidence-based stress management strategies work for everyone?
False- what might work for one person, may not work for the other, find what works for you!
Blood Flow patterns when stressed cause:
A. Increased blood flow to organs
B. Increased blood flow to the muscles
C. Increased blood flow to digestive systems
How does stress impact blood pressure?
Increases blood pressure.
Can stress impact one's ability to manage cravings?
Yes!
Constant battering by stress wears down our ability to counteract potentially dangerous desires, such as cravings for addictive substances or foods
Stress reduction relies heavily on lifestyle choices and daily activities?
True! Identify your stressors and how you can apply your personal coping skills.
Chronic stress can:
A. Increase likelihood of physical and mental health conditions.
B. Makes you more likely to achieve your goals.
C. Is needed for motivation
A. Increase likelihood of physical and mental health conditions.
Chronic stress can endanger health and well-being when it becomes a chronic state in the absence of effective coping skills.
Can cholesterol be impacted by stress? If so, how?
Cholesterol can increase.
Stress can cause an increase in bad cholesterol indirectly. For example, stress is positively linked to having less healthy dietary habits, a higher body weight, and a less healthy diet, all of which are known risk factors for high cholesterol.
Describe how you feel when engaging in a stress management strategy?
Personal opinion.
Physical activity is a proven way to reduce stress?
True! Regular participation in aerobic exercise has been shown to decrease overall levels of tension, elevate and stabilize mood, and improve sleep and self-esteem. Other effective methods include mind-body practices of breathing exercises, yoga, and meditation.
How many minutes of exercise each day is recommended to help boost your mood and improve your health?
A. 5 minutes
B. 10 minutes
C. 30 minutes
C. 30 minutes/day. Does not need to be 30 minutes total, can be split into three 10 minute walks.
Why is the fight or flight response important?
The fight-or-flight response plays a critical role in how we deal with stress and danger in our environment. Essentially, the response prepares the body to either fight or flee the threat.
What 2 coping skills are known to effectively decrease stress?
Exercise and meditation