Let's Be Real (Myth or Fact)
Stress is a hormonal response from the body
What Is FACT:
This response all starts with a part of your brain called the hypothalamus. When you’re stressed, the hypothalamus sends signals throughout your nervous system and to your kidneys.
In turn, your kidneys release stress hormones. These include adrenaline and cortisol.
Name 3 common effects of stress on your body.
What Is Headache, Muscle Tension or pain, Chest Pain, Fatigue, Upset Stomach, Sleep Problems
True or False - Seeking help for mental illness / substance use will lead to being ostracized and make symptoms worse.
DAILY DOUBLE!
False.
When you do have the strength, courage and bravery to open up to someone else, you are working to alleviate the stigma, increase awareness, empower yourself, grow as a person, and promote understanding of mental health. So don’t let others perceptions scare you from getting the help you need.
Ways to destress in 10 minutes
What is Listening to Tunes, Meditate, Read, Dance, Journal, Write down 10 things you're grateful for, Call A Friend, Disconnect from Tech, Look At A Happy Photo, Spend Time With Your Pets, Pick Some Flowers, Take A Shower, Get A Massage, Deep Slow Breathing, Stretching, Squeeze A Stress Ball, Jumping Jacks
How many hearts does an Octopus have?
Three.
Men appear more prone to stress than women
What Is Myth.
Women are more likely than men (28 percent vs. 20 percent) to report having a great deal of stress (8, 9 or 10 on a 10-point scale). Almost half of all women (49 percent) surveyed said their stress has increased over the past five years, compared to four in 10 (39 percent) men.
Name 3 effects of stress on your mood.
What Is Anxiety, Restlessness, Lack of Motivation or focus, Feeling Overwhelmed, Irritability or Anger, Sadness or Depression
Name 3 people you can go to to talk to if you are struggling with stress or anxiety while you’re at Carrollton Springs.
Doctor – Social Worker - Counselor – Patient Advocate – Nurses – Activity Therapists – Peers – Calling your support system over the phone
True or False, Dragon's Breath is a technique where you close your eyes. Breathe in through your nose while counting to four slowly. Feel the air enter your lungs. hold your breath inside while counting slowly to four. Try not to clamp your mouth or nose shut. Simply avoid inhaling...and begin to slowly exhale for 4 seconds.
What is False.
For Dragon's breath you sit comfortably on the floor or in a chair. Breathe in through your nose. Fill your belly all the way up with air. When you can't breathe in any more, open your mouth as wide as you can. Breathe out with a "HA" sound. Repeat several times.
This is what a group of lions are called.
A "pride".
Your skin is sensitive to stress
What Is FACT.
Acne breakouts can occur in some people, while others might have itchy rashes. Both symptoms are related to an inflammatory response from stress.
Name 3 Common Effects of Stress on your Behavior
What is Overeating or Undereating, Angry Outbursts, Drug or Alcohol Misuse, Tobacco Use, Social Withdrawl, Exercising Less Often
True or False - Medication is the only treatment method that works for stress.
False.
Medication can be helpful, and is sometimes necessary depending on the severity of the issue, but other methods such as therapy and counselling can also be very helpful. Talk to a doctor about all of your different options.
Not getting enough ____ has a significant impact on stress levels and overall mood. Research suggests that people who have ____ better also experience less negative emotions and can recover faster from a stressful event.
What is Sleep.
Where is a shrimp's heart located?
In its head.
Attention Should Only Be Given to Stress That Shows Major or Grave Symptoms.
What Is MYTH.
Most often than not, people seek medical or psychological help only when the effects of stress have gone from bad to worse. “Minor” symptoms, like stomach upset or headache, are often ignored by people who still believe in this misconception. But the truth is, we experience these “minor symptoms” in order to warn us about the coming worse symptoms or effects of stress if it is left unmanaged or mismanaged.
Name 3 long term effects of stress on your body
DAILY DOUBLE!
Depression, Immune Deficiencies, Lack of Sleep, Anger, Aging Rapidly, Weight Loss/Gain, Isolation, Headaches, Anxiety, Chronic Fatigue, Memory Loss, Suicidal Thoughts, Drug Abuse, Heart Palpitations
True or False - You need to know exactly what you're going to say and how you're going to say it before you talk to a counselor/therapist.
False.
Counselors are there to listen to whatever is troubling you, and you can open up to them at a pace that you are comfortable with.
Tip: If you feel like you might get nervous and freeze up, it often helps to write things down before your appointment. This also helps you to organize your thoughts and put things in perspective.
5 Tips to Sleep Better When Stressed
Save Your Bed for Sleep, Do Not Watch the Clock, Schedule Stress Time, Avoid Caffeine Later in the Day, Avoid Alcohol and Tobacco, Keep a Consistent Sleep Schedule, Manage Light Exposure, Stay Active
What animal's eyes are bigger than it's brain?
DAILY DOUBLE!
An ostrich.
Around 60% of young people aged between 18 and 24 associate stress with the pressure to achieve and become successful
DAILY DOUBLE!
What Is True.
What event is this describing? "Sweating, nausea, trembling and numbness in the legs or hands, dizziness, hot or cold flashes, a feeling of tightness or pressure in the chest, hyperventilation, “jelly” legs or blurred vision can develop. Individuals may even feel like they are going to die of a heart attack".
Panic attack / Anxiety attack
2 types of stress therapies you can engage in to assist with stress
What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Exposure Therapy
These types of healthy food/ drinks can assist in decreasing stress
What is Herbal Tea, Dark Chocolate, Whole Grains, Avocado, Fish, Nuts and Seeds, Citrus Fruits and Strawberries, Probiotics, Fiber Rich Foods (greens, green peas, berries, almonds, pistachios, flax seeds, sesame seeds, and beans)
What is the only animal with 4 knees?
Elephants.
They are the only animal to have four forward-facing knees. All other four-legged animals have at least one pair of legs with knees that face backwards.
Fun Fact: They also are the only animals that can't jump.