Understanding Stress and Anxiety

The video explains how the brain's evolution to protect us from danger can misinterpret stress as a threat, triggering fight, flight, freeze, or fawn responses. It describes the roles of the brain stem, limbic system, and frontal lobe in stress responses. Everyday stressors like homework can activate these responses, but brain hacks such as calming the body, thoughts, and re-engaging the frontal lobe can help manage stress. Practicing these techniques strengthens brain pathways, making stress management easier over time.

Which of the following is NOT a response to stress as described in the video?

• Flight

• Fawn

• Focus

• Fight

What is the primary function of the brain stem in the context of stress?

• Managing emotions

• Higher-level thinking

• Survival functions

• Creative thinking

Which part of the brain is responsible for emotions?

• Cerebellum

• Brain stem

• Limbic system

• Frontal lobe

What happens to the frontal lobe during a stress response?

• It becomes more active

• It goes temporarily offline

• It processes emotions

• It increases heart rate

Why does the brain redirect energy away from the frontal lobe during stress?

• To focus on survival

• To enhance memory

• To improve language skills

• To increase creativity

Which response might occur if someone feels panicked about a stressful situation?

• Flight

• Fawn

• Fight

• Freeze

What is an example of a 'fawn' response to stress?

• Avoiding the situation

• Running away from a problem

• Trying to negotiate or appease

• Getting angry and confrontational

Which activity is suggested to calm the brain stem?

• Going for a run

• Reading a book

• Solving math problems

• Meditation

How can you calm down your limbic system according to the video?

• By sleeping more

• By exercising

• Through visualizations

• By eating healthy

What is necessary to improve stress management skills?

• Consistent practice

• Occasional practice

• Avoiding stress

• Ignoring stressors