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Definitions
Types of Stress
Symptoms of Stress
Reactions to Stress
Stress Management
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What is a stressor?

Any stimulus that causes a stress response.

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An illness is an example of a (physical/mental/emotional/social) stressor.

Physical

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What is one physical symptom of stress?

Muscle tension, headache, increased blood pressure, fatigue, skin irritation, nausea, etc. 

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If a violent attacker runs at you from out of the trees and you punch them, you have responded with (fight/flight/freeze). 

Fight

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What is one way to relieve symptoms of physical stress? 

  1. Build a sleep-hygiene routine

  2. Drink lots of water

  3. Avoid excessive caffeine, as well as nicotine, drugs, and alcohol

  4. Exercise Regularly

  5. Stretch

  6. Look after your health (checkups, dentist, etc)Use common-sense precautions: wear a helmet, look both ways, wear a seatbelt, etc.

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What is distress?

Stress that causes a negative feeling. 

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Grief is an example of a (physical/mental/emotional/social) stressor.

Emotional

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What is one emotional symptom of stress? 

Irritability, teariness, grouchiness, anger, anxiety, depression, etc. 

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If your Latin teacher is giving a challenging test and you decide not to show up to class that day, you are responding with (fight/flight/freeze). 

Flight

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What is one way to relieve symptoms of emotional stress? 

  1. Breathe deeply

  2. Journal 

  3. Cultivate Gratitude & Positivity

  4. Exercise & Stretching

  5. Mindfulness/Meditation

  6. Listen to music

  7. Read something inspiring

  8. Do something artistic

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What is chronic stress? 

Long-term stress

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A heavy homework load is an example of a (physical/mental/emotional/social) stressor.

Mental

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What is one cognitive (mental) symptom of stress?

Poor concentration, hyper-focus, negative thoughts, feelings of hopelessness, etc. 

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If your nervous system is too overloaded by adrenaline to respond to a stressor right away, you are responding with (fight/flight/freeze). 

Freeze

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What is one way to relieve symptoms of mental stress? 

  1. Get Organized

  2. Prioritize your tasks

  3. Remind yourself of your progress

  4. Take breaks

  5. Ask for help

  6. Explore your curiosity

  7. Make your own fun

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What is eustress?

Stress that causes a positive feeling.

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Conflict with family is an example of a (physical/mental/emotional/social) stressor.

Social

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What is one social (relationship-oriented) symptom of stress? 

Impatience, intolerance, wanting to be left alone OR becoming too clingy, poor boundaries, etc. 

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True or False: Everyone responds to stress the same way. 

False. Stress responses are intensely individual. 

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What is one way to relieve symptoms of social stress? 

  1. Set healthy boundaries

  2. Take time before responding

  3. Communicate clearly

  4. Be proactive & invite others to join your fun

  5. Say hello to people you see

  6. Try a new club or activity

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What is acute stress?

Short-term, intense stress

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Boredom is an example of a (physical/mental/emotional/social) stressor.

Mental

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What is one potential symptom of long-term, untreated stress? 

Serious physical illness or mental difficulty. 

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True or False: People can only be stressed out by events that impact them directly.

False. We can be deeply impacted by things we hear on the news, from friends, on social media, etc. 

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What is the best way to minimize the impacts of chronic stress? 

A holistic stress-management lifestyle that incorporates regular physical, mental, emotional, and social stress relief practices.