Psychology: Health & Stress (Chapter 15; Lamb)

Is stress always bad for you?

• A little

• No

• Maybe

• Yes

What is distress?

• Stress that lasts a long amount of time.

• Stress that has many symptoms.

• Stress that prevents you from doing something or functioning in everyday life.

• Stress that you do not speak about to anyone.

What is eustress?

• A type of stress that is not that bad.

• Stress that has no physical or emotional symptoms.

• Stress that causes you to perform better or get things done.

• Stress that doesn't last long.

Which of the following is a physical symptom of stress?

• Feeling angry

• Sweating

• Feeling sad

• Feeling overwhelmed

Which of the following is an emotional symptom of stress?

• Feeling angry

• Shaking hands

• Sweating

• Upset stomach

Which of the following is a behavioral change to stress?

• Nervousness

• Muscle tension

• Overeating

• Impatient

A __________ is a way of dealing with or handling stress.

• Strategy

• Coping mechanism

• To do list

• Appointment

If you have tried all of the usual coping mechanisms but still feel stressed out, what should you do?

• Talk to a trusted adult

• Watch television

• Take some time off from everything

• Take a nap

People react differently to stress.

• Yes

• No

• Maybe

• Don't know

All of the following are examples of major life changes except:

• Parents getting a divorce.

• Fighting with parents about your cell phone.

• Going away to college.

• Graduating high school