Stress is everywhere, you just have the live with it.
Myth! Stress is not everywhere and you don't have to simply accept it. You can shape your life in such a way that you have stress-free time during your day.
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Give two examples of what happens to your body under stress?
This is a natural way to get in shape and increase feelings of happiness.
Exercise
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Homework is a leading cause of stress T/F
True. 24 percent of parents say homework is an issue. A survey by the American Psychological Association found that nearly half of all teens — 45 percent — said they were stressed by school pressures.
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What is one cause of stress in teens?
School, sports, friends, family, relationships, expectations, college, etc.
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Stress is one of the main factors causing insomnia and other sleep disorders.
Fact! When stressors are present, the body naturally heightens its response system, thus, leading to wakefulness.
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Tension, Headaches, Ulcers, Insomnia are all examples of?
Negative effects of stress
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What does the term "coping skills" mean?
Coping skills are methods a person uses to deal with stressful situations. Good coping skills make for good mental health wellness.
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It is possible to avoid stress completely T/F?
False. It’s impossible to avoid stress completely, but work out a system where you spend enough time working on school work AND using healthy skills to chill out.
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What are 4 problem solving techniques to use when dealing with stress?
The 4 A's! Alter, Avoid, Adapt, Accept.
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No symptoms, no stress.
Myth! An absence of symptoms does not equate to an absence of stress. Over time, chronic stress will eventually cause your mind and body to start wearing out (fatigue, loss of productivity, forgetfulness, etc.).
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Give examples of how people under stress may act(emotions)
Examples: Sad, mad, quiet, cranky, tired, Irritability, anger, depressed, etc.
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What are 3 other everyday strategies you can use to cope?
Deep breathing, go for a walk, listening to music, talk to others that can support you, writing, watch funny videos/movies, take a bath/shower, read, meditate, play a sport, dance, etc.
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If you continue studying for hours without breaks it will actually help you remember the materials and get good grades.
False. Short breaks from concentrating will actually allow your brain to process new knowledge and take a break from intensity.
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what is one indicator that you experience too much stress?
difficulty concentrating, avoidance, increased temper, headaches, changes in sleeping, etc.
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Symptoms of mental health conditions or stress can come and go.
Fact! There are just times when a person may exhibit symptoms more strongly.
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During Fight or Flight your heat beats faster so it can...?
Blood can carry more oxygen to muscles.
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What are two examples of negative coping skills?
Negative self-talk, aggressive/violent behavior, drinking or using drugs, Avoiding friends and family, overeating, etc.
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Who can you go to in your school for support?
Guidance counselor, Student support specialist, Syntero school prevention counselor, teachers, etc.
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What is the stress response called?
Fight, Flight, or Freeze.
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The most popular strategies for reducing stress are the best ones
Myth! This is a dangerous myth to believe because it leads people to force themselves to engage in activities that are "supposed" to relieve stress even though those strategies may not be effective strategies for their unique lifestyle and personality. There is no one-size-fits-all stress management program.
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Common effects of stress on your behavior
Overeating or undereating
Angry outbursts
Drug or alcohol abuse/Tobacco use
Social withdrawal
poor school performance
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What are benefits of having good coping skills?
Ability to decrease symptoms of mental health conditions, help deal with and process emotions, reduce stress in your life, etc.
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Prioritizing is KEY for managing stress in school.
True! Sometimes it’s easy to get overwhelmed with multiple assignments and then shut down completely. Make sure to prioritize and complete one at a time rather than trying to tackle everything at once.