STRESS

What is stress?

• A type of exercise

• A mental or emotional strain

• A musical genre

• A type of food

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of stress?

• Increased heart rate

• Improved concentration

• Muscle tension

• Irritability

What is the fight-or-flight response?

• A relaxation technique

• The body's natural reaction to stress

• A type of exercise

• A way to avoid stress

Which of the following is a healthy way to cope with stress?

• Eating junk food

• Ignoring the stressor

• Talking to a friend or counselor

• Avoiding sleep

Which of these statements is true about stress?

• Stress is always harmful to the body and mind.

• Stress is the same for everyone and has no individual differences.

• Stress can have both positive and negative effects.

• Stress only affects adults and not children or teenagers.

Which of the following is an example of an academic stressor?

• A challenging math problem

• Playing a video game

• Going to a friend's birthday party

• Watching a movie

What type of stressor is a conflict with a close friend?

• Physical stressor

• Emotional stressor

• Environmental stressor

• Financial stressor

Which of the following is a common symptom of stress?

• Improved concentration

• Increased appetite

• Better sleep quality

• Headaches and muscle tension

Which of the following is an example of a personal stressor?

• A pop quiz at school

• A noisy construction site near your home

• A family member's illness

• A rainy day

The purpose of stress in human body is to prepare the body to _______ to challenges.