"Mind Matters: Stress & Coping Quiz"

What is the first step in managing academic stress effectively?

• Ignoring it
  
  

• Sharing memes about it

• Recognizing and acknowledging the stress
  

• Studying all night without breaks

What is a common physical sign of stress?

• Increased appetite
  

• Improved memory
  

• Muscle tension or headaches
  

• Feeling overly energetic

Which of these is an example of a time management strategy to reduce stress?

• Studying the night before exams
  

• Prioritizing tasks using a to-do list

• Multitasking without breaks
  

• Skipping meals to save time

Which of the following is a red flag that a student may need professional mental health support?

• Occasional nervousness before presentations
  

• Preference for studying alone
  

• Feeling sleepy after a long day

• Persistent sadness, hopelessness, or withdrawal
  

Which of the following is a healthy coping mechanism for stress?

• Avoiding people and responsibilities
  

• Practicing deep breathing and journaling

• Excessive scrolling on social media

• Overeating or binge-watching TV