Understanding Stress Management

What is stress and how does it affect the body?

• Stress is only a mental condition with no physical effects.

• Stress is a type of exercise that improves health.

• Stress is a positive feeling that enhances performance.

• Stress is a response to challenges that can negatively impact physical health.

Name three common causes of stress among students.

• Academic pressure, time management challenges, social relationships

• Excessive video game time

• Lack of sleep

• Financial issues

What are some physical symptoms of stress?

• Improved sleep quality

• Increased appetite and weight gain

• Some physical symptoms of stress include muscle tension, headaches, fatigue, and digestive issues.

• Enhanced focus and concentration

How can time management help reduce stress?

• Time management increases the number of tasks to complete.

• Time management has no effect on stress levels.

• Time management is only useful for work-related tasks.

• Time management helps reduce stress by providing structure, prioritization, and a sense of control over tasks.

What role does exercise play in stress management?

• Exercise has no effect on stress levels.

• Exercise can worsen anxiety and stress symptoms.

• Exercise increases stress hormones and decreases endorphins.

• Exercise plays a crucial role in stress management by reducing stress hormones and increasing endorphins.

Describe a relaxation technique that can help alleviate stress.

• Exercising with heavy weights

• Meditation with loud music

• Deep breathing technique.

• Drinking caffeinated beverages

How can maintaining a healthy diet impact stress levels?

• Maintaining a healthy diet can lower stress levels by improving mood and brain function.

• A healthy diet can increase stress by causing weight gain.

• Skipping meals can improve focus and reduce stress.

• Eating junk food can help reduce anxiety levels.

What is the importance of sleep in managing stress?

• Sleep is essential for regulating mood and reducing stress.

• Increased sleep leads to more stress.

• Sleep has no effect on stress levels.

• Sleep is only important for physical health.

How can social support help in coping with stress?

• Social support only provides financial help.

• Social support helps reduce stress by providing emotional comfort and practical assistance.

• Social support increases stress by creating dependency.

• Social support has no effect on stress levels.

What are some effective ways to practice mindfulness?

• Watching TV shows

• Effective ways to practice mindfulness include meditation, deep breathing, mindful walking, and body scans.

• Scrolling through social media

• Eating junk food