Stress Management

Anatomy

100

One of a pair of glands located near the kidneys that produces hormones, including norepinephrine

Adrenal gland

200

A chemical produced by cells and released into the bloodstream that has specific effects on the body

Hormone

300

Breathing rate increases to deliver more oxygen to the muscles and tissue.

Lungs

400

One of several chemicals produced and released in the body when a person feels threatened or afraid

Stress hormone

500

Something that occurs in the brain or body that suggests that there is a disease or disorder present

Symptom

Mental

100

Are alcohol or drugs of any type an effective way to cope with stress?

No

200

Doing several things at the same time; this can add to stress and your ability to focus.

Multitasking

300

To notice or become aware of something

Perceive

400

Something that causes feelings of worry or anxiety; the state of worry caused by problems in life

Stress

500

Ways to cope with stress

• Listening to music

• Going for a walk/driving around

• Know your stressors and avoid those that are avoidable

• Organizing (to do lists, break tasks into smaller pieces, cleaning room, planning ahead/checking calendar)

• Exercising

• Doing your favorite hobby/something that makes you happy

Physiology

100

The force caused by the blood pressing against the body’s tubes that carry blood through the body (arteries)

Blood pressure

200

To make something, such as pain or suffering, easier to handle

Alleviate

300

Feelings of worry or fear that may be strong enough to interfere with a person’s daily activities

Anxiety

400

Continuing for a long time or repeatedly occurring

Chronic

500

A condition in which a person feels sad and hopeless and may have difficulty concentrating and thinking

Depression

Fun

100

Stepping away from distractions, such as social media and texting

Time-out

200

Breathing and relaxing exercises

Meditation

300

The act or process of sitting quietly to relax

Meditation

400

What do animals do when pushed into a corner?

Fight...Fight or flight response

500

Name one of the motivational speakers from last week

Eric Thomas, Denzel Washington or Matthew McConaughey

AmTech

100

Campus Principal

Mr. Barrrett

200

To develop over time by natural processes

Evolve

300

To handle a problem successfully

Cope

400

Who can you go to if you need help?

Any school staff member, parents, siblings, other family members

500

Possible effects of stress?  Name two. 

• Lack of Motivation or Focus

• Irritability or Anger

• Sleep Disruptions/Restlessness

• Sadness or Depression

• Over or Under Eating

• Higher rate of risky behavior

  • Headaches

  • Chest Pain

  • Fatigue

  • Muscle Tension

  • Upset Stomach

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