Stress Relief
What color is the most calming?
Blue!
Stress and Anxiety are the same thing
False! The most outstanding difference is that anxiety is often ongoing, while stress is fleeting.
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Red meat helps reduce stress
False :D, Red meats have been shown to increase stress levels.
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Anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders
True! Anxiety, which often goes hand-in-hand with stress, is the leading mental disorder in America.
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Chocolate is good for reducing stress
True! Dark Chocolate is full of antioxidants which may reduce stress and improve memory
What’s the best scientifically proven way to relieve stress?
Trick question! There is no “best” way to relieve stress!
What chemical in your brain is responsible for happiness?
Serotonin!
What vitamin is good for reducing stress?
Vitamin C
What's the leading cause of stress?
Financial Issues (Totally not you!!)
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Stress can kill you
True! Stress can cause many ailments that lead to death, such as a heart attack
Are cold or hot showers better for reducing stress?
Cold showers are better for lowering stress, physical pain, inflammation, etc.
What is one of the main chemicals that is responsible for stress?
Cortisol!
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Stress is only in your head
Stress affects all systems of the body (ie. musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory, etc)
Does vaping help with stress?
No, while vaping may provide temporary relief, it increases anxiety with habitual usage.
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Your nails can turn black from stress
False :(, your nails can turn black from repeated trauma, but not from stress.
Are high or low impact exercises better for relieving stress?
Low-impact exercises and sports are better for relieving stress, although it's ultimately up to the individual
What gland in your brain is responsible for producing stress?
Adrenal Glands!
Stress puts you in risk of what disease?
Diabetes!
Is auditory or visual stimuli better for stress-recovery reactions?
Visual stimuli is better, as it is more efficiently processed by your brain.
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Stress is genetic
True! Although your environment of course directly controls stressors, the way you react to stress also comes from many genetic factors!
What animal is known to emit sounds that scientifically reduce stress?
Cats! The vibrations caused by purring has been shown to lower blood pressure, lessen stress, and promote healing.
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Stress is stored in your shoulders
False, stress is not "stored" in the way many people think, stress is more commonly manifested as stomach problems!
How can stress affect your appearance?
A)Weight B)Acne C) Aging D) All of the Above
D) All of the above, stress can heavily affect your appearance through weight gain or loss, acne breakouts, rapid aging, and more!
Can someone naturally stress you out?
Yes! Someone can naturally stress you out from a scientific standpoint through something as simple as your aroma.
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It takes more muscles to smile than to frown
False!!!! It takes less muscles and effort to smile rather than frown