WHY are WE STRESSED
What is the NUMBER ONE reason people are Stressed in America?
MONEY is the number one reason people are stressed at 66%. (Current needs: food, rent, loans and Future Needs: what will I do in the future)
What Country has the HIGHEST Stress levels?
Afghanistan currently has the highest reported Stress Levels at 68% with the United States coming in Second at 53%
What are the TWO Nervous Systems in our Body that are impacted by STRESS
Parasympathetic Nervous System (PEACE)
Sympathetic Nervous System (STRESS)
TRUE or FALSE
Watching a funny movie might make you healthier?
TRUE
Laughing lowers stress hormones (cortisol, epinephrine, and adrenaline) and strengthens the immune system by releasing health-enhancing hormones.
What is MORE sensitive, your sense of SMELL or TASTE?
Sense of SMELL
What is the NUMBER TWO reason American people are Stressed?
Crime and Violence
75% of American people feel this is a major reason for stress in their lives.
Which GENERATION GROUP has the MOST Stress?
Generation Z has the highest STRESS levels with SAFETY being their biggest Worry.
Do your pupils dilate (get bigger) or constrict (get smaller) when we are Stressed.
DILATE. to gather more information
NAME a SWEET TREAT that is healthy.
DARK CHOCOLATE: reduces stress hormones such as cortisol and other fight-flight hormones. Additionally, cocoa is rich in antioxidants called flavonoids.
What Body Part or Organ uses MORE OXYGEN than every other part?
The BRAIN
TRUE or FALSE
Mental Stress activates your parasympathetic nervous system, helping your body relax and rest
FALSE
The sympathetic nervous system is activated when our body feels threatened.
What THREE United States Cities have the HIGHEST STRESS levels?
Chicago, Illinois
Los Angeles, California
New York, New York
TRUE or FALSE
Your blood sugar can raise when you are stressed
TRUE
Stress can alter blood sugar levels which can cause mood swings, fatigue, high blood sugar, metabolic syndrome which is a major risk for heart attacks.
Name the NUMBER ONE tool you can use to reduce stress IN THE MOMENT.
Deep Breathing.
Deep breathing exercises include diaphragmatic breathing, alternate nostril breathing, box breathing, paced breathing
How Long is your SMALL INTESTINE when extended to full length?
23 feet
Name 4 of the LIFE STRESSES in the top 10 (Besides Money)
Name 3 BODY SYSTEMS that can be affected by Stress.
musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, nervous, and reproductive systems
Stress affects all systems of the body. Our bodies are well equipped to handle stress in small doses, but when that stress becomes long-term or chronic, it can have serious effects on your body.
Name 3 of the 7 factors that can affect your vulnerability to stress.
Genetics - Level of Social Support - Coping Style - Personality Type - Discrimination due to Race, Gender, or perceived gender, LBGTQIA+, socioeconomic status, or other factors - Childhood Trauma - Your Profession
Name 3 Self-Care Activities that can REDUCE STRESS.
How many times a minute does your EYE blink?
About 20 times a minute
What is the MOST COMMON mental illness in the the US?
ANXIETY. It affects 40 milion adults (19.1% of the population) age 18 and older.
WHO is affected by stress?
EVERYONE.
Women-Men Young-Old
All Racial/Ethnic Groups Rich-Poor
All living regions All Professions Educated/Uneducated
What is it called when extreme or sudden emotional trauma causes severe heart muscle weakness. (BHS)
Broken Heart Syndrome
How Many Minutes do you need to spend in Nature to reduce Stress Levels?
Nature experiences that lasted 21 to 30 minutes had the greatest reduction in stress levels with an 18.5% per hour drop in cortisol levels for the duration of the nature experience.
For centuries, mental health conditions were thought to result from what supernatural phenomenon?
Demonic Possession.