Stress|Types
Stress|Symptoms
Stress|Prevention
Stress|Benefits
Stress|Misc.
100
Name three stressors from college life
- maintaining grades
-building relationships
-Time management
-tuition and expenses
-part time work
-isolation/emotional stress
100
___________________ are two examples of a Life Stressor.
Death of a pet, friend or parent, the separation/divorce, family discord, or having trouble in relationships with friends, school, work. Difficulty finding a provider.
100
Stress that's left unchecked can lead to many health problems. Share a reason you feel stress is at an all-time high.
Varies: Opinon
Pandemic, social media, loss, etc...
100
These things are the effects of too little stress:
What is: boredom, depression, anxiety, poor health, poor performance.
100
True or False: when stressed it is helpful to take short shallow breathes to calm you down.
False. You should take long deep breathes
200
Stressors from social discrimination
Minority Stress
200
Name two symptoms you notice when you're stressed.
Opinion Based:
Tight muscles, Angry, Irritable, Silent, HR, etc...
200
Without knowing the _____________it is hard to manage stress.
Sources of stress.
200
These are examples of how stress HELPS us. Share a personal example.
Keeps you focused and on task. Allows you to get things done. Keeps you motivated. Allows you to ACT (flee, move).
200
This practice of stillness, as shown below, targets stress by calming the mind and being present with one's breath.
Meditation, Guided Meditation
300
Stress caused from conflicts within relationships
Interpersonal Stress
300
True or False: Stress can affect sleep & explain your answer.
True: Increase or Decrease - Depends on the person.
300
These are the benefits of learning stress management techniques.
You're calmer, able to get things done, stay focused and on task, able to be productive and in control of your life
300
List 5 different coping skills someone can use for stress
Exercise/Jogging, Writing, Talking, Cooking, Read, etc...
300
What is one of the most popular coping skill?
Exercise (Walking, Jogging, Running, etc...)
400
Background stressors such as the news, social media comparisons, or societal unrest
Ambient Stress
400
When we are stressed we experience physical, emotional, and social symptoms. Give an example of each
Physical: Pounding Heart, difficulty breathing, chest pain, headache, stomach pain, nausea, sweating, high bp, weaken immune system, sweating, low energy, diarrhea, and a sensation of numbness or tingling in your hands, arms, and face, dysfunctional sleep patterns, including nightmares, too little sleep, difficulty falling asleep, or even oversleeping.
Problems getting along with others. Changes in behavior at home (short temper, unexplained anger, crying for no reason). - Regression -- behavior that is not age-appropriate.
Social/Emotional: Communication difficulty or personality changes, such as becoming withdrawn or requiring much more attention than usual. - Impatience and irritability with others.
400
We all experience stress. Share a recent stressful situation and how you coped with it. Our sharing can help another sister. You have 2 minutes.
Vary
400
Which of the three stress relievers:
1. Workout
2. Time out
3. Reach out
Is a coping skill?
ALL are & Why
400
What is the difference between Acute Stress & Chronic Stress
Chronic: Stress associated with long-term problems that are beyond a person's control.
Acute: Stress lasting Short term
500
Stress caused from excessive digital exposure
DIGITIAL INFORMATION OVERLOAD
500
These are 3 negative coping mechanisms for dealing with stress are usually "unpopular" symptoms of stress.
Criticizing yourself (negative self-talk) • Driving fast in a car • Chewing your fingernails • Becoming aggressive or violent (hitting someone, throwing or kicking something) • Eating too much or too little or drinking a lot of coffee • Smoking or chewing tobacco • Drinking alcohol • Yelling at others • Taking a recreational drug to calm yourself • Avoiding social contact
500
Time management can help to prevent stress. What are two ways to improve time management?
Make to-do lists, create a schedule for the day, set a timer for certain tasks to be completed, use an agenda to track responsibilities, mark due dates on a calendar, etc.
500
True or False: Stress can save your life?
True --prevent an accident, run from a bear, turn off the stove, action forward.
500
What is the #1 (most common) symptom of stress?
Headaches