Science behind Stress
What are the two stress chemicals released by the endocrine system?
Cortisol and Adrenaline
What is the highest area of stress for teens?
School and Grades
state of worry caused by a difficult situation
Stress
This stress goes on for weeks or months
What is Chronic stress?
Taking breaks are important to avoid...
burnout
Stress leads to ---- activity in the brain:
less
What percentage of teens suffer with an anxiety disorder?
31.9%
What is defined as a "mental health problem that can occur in the first month after a traumatic event"
Acute Stress Disorder
stress that continues after the stressor is gone
What is anxiety?
Sometimes stress and anxiety can be hard to deal on your own so it is important to...
Seek Help
What are two things that a surplus of cortisol can cause in the body?
heart rate, high blood pressure, rapid breathing, weight gain or weight loss, stomach problems, dizziness, indigestion, blurred vision
What is the second most area of stress for teens?
Social life/relationships
What happens if ASD lasts longer than 1 month?
it develops into PTSD
Worry caused by a currently existing stressor
What is stress?
If you are facing (4 things) then it is important to seek aid!
if you are unable to work or function, have fears you cannot control, or experience recurring memories of a traumatic event
What are three healthy coping strategies for stress?
Taking breaks, Taking care of yourself through a healthy diet, exercise, and good hygiene, stretching, meditation, deep breathing, talking to others, and avoiding drugs and alcohol
What percentage of teens are stressed with clubs and sports?
21%
Stress can make a person more... (4 characteristics)
irritable, nervous, fatigued, unhappy
STAND stands for...
What is Seek support, Talk about it, Advocate, Naturalize it, Discover your impact?
How can you advocate awareness?
Advocating for awareness can look like educating loved ones on the effects of stress and anxiety and share methods to help anxiety and stress with friends
What are 2 possible causes for stress and anxiety?
genetics, diet, mental and physical health, drug use, childhood events, and lifestyle changes
What percentage of teens suffer an impairment because of anxiety?
8.3%
Stress can cause coping mechanisms such as... (5 things)
overeating, undereating, smoking, drinking, and self-harming
What is Acute Stress Disorder?
Though helping someone dealing with stress and anxiety is good, it is important to...
prioritize yourself and set healthy boundaries