Terminology
______ is a natural response our body has to challenges or threats
Stress
Name a common teen stressor
School pressure
family financial situation
social relationships
social media
One way to prevent stress is to talk to someone you ________.
Trust
Share your go-to coping strategy.
open
__________ is a negative/bad form of stress which can leave us feeling overwhelmed and anxious
Distress
Name a physical sign of stress.
Headaches or migranes
muscle tension
fatigue or low energy
upset stomach/Digestive Issues
Name an unhealthy coping strategy
Vaping
Alcohol use
isolating
skipping meals
True or false; what you eat impacts you mental health
True
A ________ is a specialized brain cell that sends and receives messages.
Neuron
Share an example of good stress.
Participating in dance competition
Preparing for a presentation
Performing in a theater production
Name a healthy coping strategy
taking a walk
listening to music
journaling
exercise
_________ stress has also been linked to higher instances of heart disease
Chronic
_______ is the term used for good/positive stress we experience.
Eustress
Share an example of an emotional sign of stress
Irritability/Mood swings
Anxiety
sadness
feeling overwhelmed
A mindfulness practice that generally involves step-by-step instructions which incorporate visualization, deep breathing and focused attention
Stress has been know to weaken our ________ __________, making us more vulnerable to colds and illness
Immune system
_________ are stress hormones that allow us to focus our attention on what needs to be focused on.
Corticosteroids
Neglecting hobbies, changes in school performance, nail biting, and changes in eating habits are examples of __________ signs of stress
Behavioral
This technique reduces stress and promotes relaxation by tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups int the body.
Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR)
This psychological disorder is most closely associated with stress experienced after a traumatic event.
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder