The Science
of Stress
of Stress
TRUE OR FALSE: When you’re stressed, a hormone called cortisol is released in your body.
What is TRUE?
TRUE OR FALSE: Only weak people get stressed out.
What is FALSE? (Everyone experiences stress)
MULTIPLE CHOICE: Which is NOT a common stress trigger?
A) Money problems B) Relationship issues C) Getting enough sleep D) Work pressure
MULTIPLE CHOICE: What is C) Getting enough sleep?
Name at least one type of signal your body tells you that you are stressed.
headache, stomachache, heart beating fast, muscles tense, palms are sweaty, dry mouth, unable to sleep, unable to eat or eat too much, etc.
TRUE OR FALSE: Regular exercise can reduce stress hormones in your body.
What is TRUE?
MULTIPLE CHOICE: The “fight or flight” response happens in which part of your body?
A) Your stomach B) Your brain C) Your heart D) Your muscles
What is B) Your brain?
True or False: Stress that's left unchecked can lead to health problems such as high blood pressure and heart disease.
True!
TRUE OR FALSE: Mindfulness means emptying your mind of all thoughts.
What is FALSE? (It means noticing thoughts without judging them)
Give at least 3 examples of what stresses you out
What is .......?
MULTIPLE CHOICE: How many hours of sleep do most adults need to manage stress well?
A) 4-5 hours B) 6 hours C) 7-9 hours D) 10+ hours
What is C) 7-9 hours?
TRUE OR FALSE: Good stress and bad stress affect your body in exactly the same way.
What is FALSE? (Good stress motivates, bad stress can make you sick)
TRUE OR FALSE: Taking breaks when you’re stressed makes you lazy.
What is FALSE? (Breaks help you recharge and be more productive)
MULTIPLE CHOICE: Which breathing technique is most calming?
A) Breathing fast and shallow B) Holding your breath C) Breathing slowly and deeply D) Breathing through your mouth only
What is C) Breathing slowly and deeply?
MULTIPLE CHOICE: When you feel overwhelmed, the best first step is:
A) Make a plan and prioritize B) Do everything at once C) Give up completely D) Blame others
What is A) Make a plan and prioritize?
MULTIPLE CHOICE: Which food can help reduce stress?
A) Foods high in sugar B) Fatty fried foods C) Foods with omega-3 (like fish) D) Lots of caffeine
What is C) Foods with omega-3 (like fish)?
MULTIPLE CHOICE: How long does it take for your body to return to normal after a stress response?
A) 1 minute B) 5 minutes C) 20-60 minutes
D) 3 hours
What is C) 20-60 minutes?
MULTIPLE CHOICE: The most effective way to manage chronic stress is:
A) Ignore it and it will go away B) Use multiple coping strategies C) Only use one method D) Work harder
What is B) Use multiple coping strategies?
TRUE OR FALSE: Visualization means imagining yourself successfully handling stressful situations.
What is TRUE?
Avoiding all stressful situations is the healthiest approach.
What is FALSE? (Some stress helps us grow and adapt)
TRUE OR FALSE: Having strong relationships with family and friends can protect you from stress.
What is TRUE?
This system in your body controls your heart rate, breathing, and digestion during stress.
What is the nervous system?
TRUE OR FALSE: Men and women experience stress in exactly the same ways.
What is FALSE? (There can be differences in how stress is expressed and coped with )
What is one of the ways that the Compassionate Inquiry Model recommends people do when stressed?
Speaking to yourself compassionately to reduce stress
This type of stress comes from your own thoughts and expectations, not outside events.
Internal stress, self-imposed stress
This practice involves writing down things you’re thankful for to improve your mood and reduce stress.
What is gratitude journaling?