Types of Stress
The body’s natural reaction to challenges, demands, or pressure
What is stress?
Peer pressure or curiosity.
Name one common reason teens may try substances.
Caring for your physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual health.
What does holistic health mean?
Deep breathing or listening to music.
What is one healthy coping strategy for stress?
Speaking up calmly and confidently about your choices.
What does being assertive mean?
Studying harder for a test or focusing before a game.
What is one example of helpful (good) stress?
Alcohol, vapes, or energy drinks.
What is one common substance teens are pressured to use?
Physical, Emotional, Mental, Spiritual.
What are the 4 parts of holistic health?
Taking short breaks or doing yoga.
What’s one way to relax and recharge?
“I’m not into that. I’m good.”
Give one example of an assertive statement.
Headaches or stomach aches.
Name one physical sign of harmful stress.
Make substance use seem fun or normal.
What is one thing media can do to influence substance use?
Exercise 60 minutes a day or eat nutritious foods.
What’s one way to care for your physical health?
Replacing negative thoughts and practicing gratitude.
What does positive thinking include?
Walk away or remove yourself from the situation.
What should you do if someone keeps pressuring you?
Feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or sad.
What’s one emotional or mental sign of harmful stress?
You have the right to protect your health and stay safe.
What’s one reason it’s okay to say “No” to substances?
Increased energy, better mood, and reduced stress.
What’s one benefit of a holistic lifestyle?
Talking to someone can help you feel supported and less alone.
Why is staying connected important?
Eye contact and standing tall.
Name two parts of assertive body language.
Break big problems into smaller steps and write down what is causing stress.
What is one way to identify and manage your stressors?
“I have a game tomorrow” and “Let’s get food instead.”
Name two smart refusal strategies for substances.
Volunteering, time in nature, or self-reflection.
What’s one spiritual health activity?
Journaling, drawing, or going for a walk outdoors.
What is one fun activity that helps reduce stress?
It protects your physical, emotional, and mental health.
Why is boundary setting important?