Choices: Taming the Stress Monster

What is the definition of the word "relentless"?

• harsh, inflexible, constant,

• to give in

• to give up

What is the meaning of the word "physiological"?

• study of the mind and behavior

• study of the ecosystem

• study of the normal functions of living organisms and their parts

What is the meaning of the word "endorphins"?

• a group of muscles in the arms

• a group of hormones with physiological functions within the brain and nervous system

• a group of individuals working towards the same task

What is the meaning of the word "vicious"?

• bitter in nature

• deliberately cruel or violent

• sweet to the touch

Stress causes our bodies to go into fight-or-flight mode, a _________________ response from our caveman days that’s meant to protect us from harm.

• cortisol

• physiological

• vicious

When encountering a stressor, your_________________ kicks into high gear, causing you to experience a racing heart and a burst of energy that helps you get things done.

• nervous system

• endorphins

• cortisol

While stress is your body’s way of pumping you up for challenges, _________________ stress can be harmful to your health.

• yeilding

• weak

• relentless

Studies found that kids who had their best friend around when they had negative experiences had lower levels of ________________, the hormone responsible for stress.

• while blood cells

• cortisol

• retina

When you’re stressed, exercising is a great idea because it releases _________________, which are feel-good chemicals in the brain.

• endorphins

• red blood cells

• cortisol

You can end the _________________ cycle of stress by using visualization techniques and picturing yourself in your happy place, like the beach!

• loving

• pleasant

• vicious