What is Stress?
What is stress?
A state of mental or emotional strain resulting from challenging or demanding circumstances.
Name one physical activity that helps reduce stress.
Walking, yoga, stretching, dancing.
What is a stress trigger?
Something that causes stress, like a situation, person, or thought.
True or False: Stress only affects your mind.
False. Stress affects both your mind and body.
What is one fun activity to relieve stress?
Playing a game, listening to music, watching a funny movie
Name one physical sign of stress.
Headache, rapid heartbeat, sweating, muscle tension.
What is deep breathing?
A relaxation technique that involves slow, deep breaths to calm the mind and body.
Name one common stress trigger for teens.
Homework, friendships, family conflicts, social media.
True or False: Ignoring stress will make it go away.
False. Ignoring stress can make it worse over time.
What is one way to relax outdoors?
Going for a walk, sitting in the sun, gardening.
Name one emotional sign of stress.
Irritability, sadness, anxiety, frustration.
What is one way to use creativity to manage stress?
What is one way to use creativity to manage stress?
What is a time management tip to reduce stress about deadlines?
Make a schedule, set reminders, break tasks into smaller steps.
True or False: Everyone experiences stress in the same way.
False. Stress is personal, and everyone experiences it differently.
What is one way to use humor to reduce stress?
Watch a comedy, tell jokes, laugh with friends.
True or False: Stress is always bad for you.
False. Stress can be motivating in small amounts but harmful if unmanaged.
Name one coping skill to use when you’re feeling overwhelmed.
Taking a break, talking to someone, grounding techniques.
True or False: You can completely avoid stress triggers.
False. While some triggers can be avoided, others must be managed.
True or False: Stress is always caused by negative events.
False. Positive changes like moving or a new job can also cause stress.
What is one sensory activity that can help with stress?
Playing with slime, lighting a candle, using a stress ball.
What is the fight-or-flight response?
The body’s natural reaction to stress that prepares you to face a threat or flee from it.
What is mindfulness?
Being present in the moment without judgment, often using techniques like breathing or focusing on the senses.
What can you do if you can’t avoid a stress trigger?
Use coping strategies like deep breathing, problem-solving, or talking to someone.
True or False: Stress can make you physically sick.
True. Chronic stress can weaken the immune system and lead to health problems.
What is one way music can help reduce stress?
Listening to calming music, dancing to upbeat songs, or singing along.