Stress management
Stress
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Bike riding is a type of what?
Exercise, being physically active.
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Explain why it is important to deal with stress in YOUR life?
You can only control yourself and how you manage YOUR stress. Everyone has different things that stress them out so knowing how to deal with your own stress will be an important life skill
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What is this stress reducer called?
Sleeping.
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What is stress?
Stress is how your body and mind react when you feel worried, nervous, or overwhelmed about something. It’s like having a lot on your plate and feeling unsure how to handle it all. A little stress can sometimes help you stay focused or work hard, but too much stress can make you feel tired, upset, or even sick. It’s important to learn how to handle stress in healthy ways!
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True or false, avoid stress when possible.
True. It’s important to know what things make you feel stressed the most and who or what might be causing it. That way, you can try to stay away from those people, places, or things when you’re feeling stressed.
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What kinds of things can cause stress?
-Lack of Sleep
-Anxiety
-Family/friends
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What is a relaxing technique you can use if you are stressed?
Deep breathing, visualization, meditation, listen to music, take a nice walk, journal, etc.
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How can time management help stress?
It can keep things in balance and can bring control to your life.
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True or false, "people who eat mostly junk food have highs and lows in their energy level, which affects their ability to reduce stress".
True. Instead of junk food, implement more fruits and vegetables for a snack, and make a healthy dinner and this will increase energy and make you feel good.
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Why is denying the problem/stressor bad for you?
Ignoring stress or a problem doesn’t make it go away; it can actually make things worse. When you pretend stress isn’t there, it can build up and make you feel even more upset or overwhelmed later. It’s better to face your stress and find ways to deal with it.
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What is this stress management technique called?
Talking with a friend or other supports.
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What are some physical symptoms of stress? Please list 2.
Some physical symptoms of stress are, fast breathing, headaches, sweating, back and chest pain, fatigue, nausea, stomach pains, etc.
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What foods are not good to eat if you are dealing with stress?
Junk food
Fast Food
Candy
Caffeine such as energy drinks
etc.
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What are some health challenges that can be caused by stress?
Anxiety, depression, memory impairment, weak immune system, sleep disorder and digestive problems.
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What is this stress management technique?
It is listening to music.
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What are ways that you can help keep your stress level down.
- Solving the Problem
- Taking Care of My Body
- Handling My Feelings
- Using My Coping Skills
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What are some emotional symptoms of stress?
Worry
Irritable
Angry
Loss of motivation
Difficulty with memory and concentration
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What is one way you can immediately relieve stress?
Exercising
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What are some things that you CAN control in your life?
How much sleep you get, what you eat, how much water you drink, your own actions and words, etc..
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What should you do if you feel sad, moody, angry, hopeless, have a lot of headaches, feel tired all the time, or have chest pain?
If you're feeling sad, moody, angry, hopeless, or have headaches, feel tired all the time, or have chest pain, it’s important to talk to an adult you trust, like a parent, teacher, or school counselor. They can help you figure out what’s going on and what you can do to feel better. Taking care of your feelings and your body is really important!
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Why is it important to learn how to manage your stress levels?
It's important to learn how to manage your stress levels so you can handle stress in a more effective way. And so that you can make better decisions instead of when you are under stress.
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What are some behavioral symptoms of stress?
Nail biting
Restlessness
Fidgety
Constant thoughts
Isolation
Procrastination
Lashing out
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What is a long-term effect of stress?
A long-term effect of stress is anxiety.
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What are some ideas to release your thoughts or worries one at a time?
Creativity
Talking
Journaling
Laughing or crying
Coping strategies
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What is the percentage of people who normally show physical symptoms of stress?
About 77% of people feel physical symptoms when they’re stressed. This means most people might feel things like headaches, stomachaches, or being super tired when they’re dealing with stress.