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Worksheets3.3 Stress management
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 37mins
Sort the different types of stressors
ARGUMENTS WITH FRIENDS/FAMILY
SADNESS AFTER A LOSS OF A FRIEND/FAMILY MEMBER
GRADES
DEMANDS FROM DIFFERENT TEACHERS
JOBS
SPORTS/EXTRA CURRICULARS
COLLEGE/FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS
FINANCIAL CONCERNS
FOOD INSECURITY
HOMELESSNESS
NATURAL DISASTERS
PANDEMICS
SOCIAL MEDIA
ONLINE COMMUNICATION
JEALOUSY/FOMO
MARRIAGE/DIVORCE
SIBLINGS
TARDIES OR ABSENCES
UNRETURNED/UNANSWERED TEXTS
What happens to the heart rate during the fight-or-flight response?
Increases
Remains the same
Decreases
What happens to the pupils of the eye during the fight-or-flight response?
They constrict to limit light entering the eye
They remain the same
They dilate to allow more light to enter the eye
Adrenalin is also known as "fight or flight" hormone.
True
False
How does the “fight or flight” reaction work in the body?
The 'fight or flight" reaction causes a person to develop a phobia.
The "fight or flight" reaction creates memories.
When faced with a threat, hormones are released, allowing the body to address the threat faced; which causes a person to either stay and fight or run away seeking safety.
The "fight or flight" reaction can cause confusion in a person.
Deep breathing and meditation are effective techniques to help you feel ____________ and reduce stress.
reaction
calm
defense
escape
Which of the following does not increase during a fight or flight response?
Blood Pressure
Pupil Size
Digestion
Blood Clotting
Which of the following are good coping mechanisms for stress? (check all that apply)
Exercise
Meditation
Fighting with your sibling
Time management
Sleeping for 2-3 hours at night
I can control my stress by....
getting enough sleep at night.
eating healthy.
enjoying time with friends and laughing a lot
using "mindful" techniques and teaching my body how to release tension.
all of the above.
The first stage of the stress response is?
Resistance
Fatigue
Alarm
The second stage of the stress response
Fatigue
Alarm
Resistance
The last stage of the stress response
Alarm
Fatigue
Resistance
Being physically active offsets the effects of stress
True
False
How can you reduce stress?
Eating lots of sugar and unhealthy food.
Keeping your feelings to yourself and denying help.
Staying up all night.
Deep breathing.
Other ways to help reduce stress include... (choose 3)
Talk with friends or family about your stress.
A healthy diet, exercise, and getting plenty of sleep.
Skipping school or not doing homework.
Think about a happy event or something you look forward to.
Click the healthy coping skills. (choose 3)
Playing sports
Listening to music
Taking a walk in the fresh air
Ignoring my responsibilities
What are examples of healthy coping skills? (choose 3)
Getting organized
Breathing exercises
Talking with a trusted adult
Keeping all of my problems to myself
Select all healthy Stress Management techniques
Exercise
Volunteering
Meditation
Social Media Break
Which is correct?
You can control what stresses you
You can control how your body reacts to stress
You can control outcomes of things
You can control how you deal with stress
This type of stress is positive stress.
Eustress
Distress
This type of stress is negative stress.
Eustress
Distress
What can stress cause?
Heart issues
Mental health issues
Stomach issues
All of the above
During the alarm stage, your body releases a substance
called:
perspiration
dopamine
adrenaline
toxins
Which of the following best describes how chronic stress can affect physical health?
It only causes temporary discomfort with no long-term effects.
It can weaken the immune system and increase the risk of illnesses.
It improves the body’s ability to fight diseases.
It has no impact on physical health.
How does regular physical activity help in managing stress?
It increases stress hormones in the body.
It helps release endorphins, which improve mood.
It makes you more tired and stressed.
It has no effect on stress levels.
In the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) Model, the first stage of the stress response is called the (a) stage, where cortisol and adreniline are released, preparing your body for 'fight or flight'. The 2nd stage of the GAS model is the (b) stage, where your mind and body adapt to the continued presence of the stressor. The 3rd and final stage of the GAS model is the (c) stage, where your body's resources become depleated, leading to stress-related illness, and health issues.
Fatigue
Chronic stress is stress associated with long term problems that can be traumatic, leading to the constant release of cortisol along with elevated blood pressure.
True
False
Match each symptom of stress with the correct type
Increased Sweating
Increased Heartrate
Dilated Pupils
Difficulty concentrating
Worry/ Anxiety / Fear
A good way to help reduce stress would be relax your (a) , slow your (b) , and get enough (c)
muscles
breathing
sleep
