What is Stress?
Definition of Stress
Body's response to challenges or pressure
What stress can school cause?
Schoolwork, tests, and deadlines
What is a healthy coping strategy?
A positive action or habit that helps you manage stress in a safe, healthy way
What is an unhealthy coping strategy?
A behavior that tries to reduce stress but actually harms you or makes the problem worse
What is good stress?
Motivates you to do your best
What stress can social life cause?
Friendships and social pressure
What is one healthy coping strategy that helps relax your body?
Deep breathing or stretching
What is one unhealthy coping strategy related to avoiding problems?
Ignoring responsibilities or procrastinating to escape stress
What is bad stress?
Feels overwhelming and hard to manage
What type of stress can family cause?
Family expectations or problems
What is a healthy coping strategy that involves other people?
Doing a hobby you enjoy, like drawing, music, or sports
What is an unhealthy coping strategy that affects emotions?
Taking out anger on others by yelling or being aggressive
How can you tell you’re stressed?
You might feel anxious, tired, irritated, or have trouble focusing or sleeping
What is a stress trigger?
Something that causes you to feel stressed, overwhelmed, or pressured
What is a coping strategy that helps distract your mind in a positive way?
Doing a hobby you enjoy, like drawing, music, or sports
What is an unhealthy coping strategy that involves shutting down?
Withdrawing from everyone and refusing to talk about what’s wrong
What happens to your body when you feel stressed?
Your heart beats faster, your muscles tense, and you feel more alert or worried
What kind of everyday situation can act as a small stress trigger?
Things like running late, loud noises, or losing something important
What is a coping strategy that helps you organize your stress?
Writing in a journal or making a to-do list
What is an unhealthy coping strategy that creates more stress later?
Overloading yourself with distractions like nonstop gaming or scrolling instead of dealing with issues