Stress and Teens
Are all of the listed common stress producers for teens true? 1. Failing an exam 2. Physical Appearance 3. The future 4. Situations that threaten self-esteem 5. Events in the past
All listed are true.
True or False: There is many solutions to managing stress.
True
Define stress?
Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension that can come from any thought or event.
If you experience anxiety and panic attacks, physical effects like asthma, you have stress overload? Is this true or false?
True
Is taking a nap a good way to deal with stress?
Yes. It is totally ok to let your brain and body rest when you are feeling stressed.
Name one of the four "TIPP Skills"
Temperature
Intense exercise
Paced breathing
Paired muscle relaxation
Is it important to control your stress levels? Why?
Yes, it is important to control your stress levels to ensure that you are living a healthy and happy life. Stress can affect your immune system leaving you more susceptible to illness.
Is it ok to lash out at your friends and family members when you are stressed?
No, it is not ok to get aggressive with you loved ones when you're stressed. Try some positive coping strategies like listening to music.
Is the stress listed below good or bad? Stressing out a little bit over an upcoming test.
This stress is good because it can motivate you to study harder.
List a way to help keep stress under control.
Any of the following answers are correct. - Don’t over schedule your life - Be realistic (Don’t try to be perfect because no one is perfect) - Get enough sleep - Set out time to relax - Live a healthy life; stay active and eat healthy
If I am feeling stressed, I should ________. a. keep doing what is stressing me out b. binge eat junk food c. yell at my sibling d. stop and breathe
D. Stop and Breathe
True or False: Good stress results in stress disorders, like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
False.