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Stress ..and then some.

Stress ..and then some. Mrs. Francis. Stress Survey. 1. All stress is bad. T or F

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Stress ..and then some.

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  1. Stress ..and then some. Mrs. Francis

  2. Stress Survey 1. All stress is bad. T or F False, stress reaction in the body is designed to protect it from dangerous situations and in small amounts can increase performance. It is too much stress for too long that begins to impact your mood, functioning and relationships when you know you are not managing stress very well.

  3. 2. There is nothing you can do about stress, it happens and you endure it. T or F False, there are many ways to learn to cope with and manage stress, as well as decrease stress in your life. Basic lifestyle changes including getting enough sleep, eating well and regular exercise can reduce stress and increase your ability to deal with stress.

  4. 3. No one else has as much stress as I do, that’s why I’m overloaded. T or F False, everyone experiences stress, some do experience more stress than others, but it is your ability to manage and cope with stress that determines whether you control it, not the amount of stress.

  5. 4. Nothing bad can happen to me from too much stress. T or F False, too much stress can negatively effect concentration, problem solving, personal interactions, and school performance. It can also lead to physical and mental health problems including headaches, stomachaches, anxiety, depression, drug use and aggression.

  6. Give yourself a stress score (out of 10)

  7. Turn to a friend.. Brainstorm some: physical responses to stress: Emotional responses to stress:

  8. Stress + the body Stress is not just a feeling; it has a very real physical effect. For example, it produces hormones that speeds up your heart, makes you breathe faster and gives you a burst of energy. In fact, your body responds as if it were in danger. This is called the fight-or-flight response. • Headache. • Rapid Heartbeat • Stiff neck and/or tight shoulders. • Backache. • Rapid breathing. • Sweating and sweaty palms. • Upset stomach, nausea, or diarrhea.

  9. Fight or Flight response

  10. Stress + your personality It doesn’t only affect your body, but your personality too. You may.. • Feel Irritable. • Feel jumpy or exhausted all the time. • Find it hard to concentrate. • Worry too much about insignificant things. • Doubt your ability. • Irrational fears.

  11. Start. How are you going to handle your stress today?

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