stress

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What is stress?

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Stress is the body's response to real or imagined danger or other life events.

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What is a stressor?

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A stressor is anything that causes stress.

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What is a coping skill?

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A coping skill is a strategy you put into place to help you manage stress.

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What is positive stress?

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Positive stress is stress that can help you reach your goals.

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What is negative stress?

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Negative stress is stress that can overwhelm you and negatively affect your health.

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What is an example of a healthy coping skill?

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Exercise is an example of a healthy coping skill.

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What is an example of an unhealthy coping skill?

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Giving up on the situation is an example of an unhealthy coping skill.

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How can stress affect your body?

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Stress can cause physical symptoms like headaches, fatigue, and muscle tension.

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How can stress affect your mind?

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Stress can lead to anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and mood swings.

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What is the fight or flight response?

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The fight or flight response is a physiological reaction to perceived harmful events, attacks, or threats.