WorksheetsFight-or-Flight Response and Stress Review
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Your body prepares to fight or escape in the fight-or-flight response by:
increasing heart rate and releasing adrenaline
slowing down breathing and lowering blood pressure
decreasing alertness and causing drowsiness
reducing muscle strength and energy
What is an appropriate response if your friend says, 'My dad says I shouldn't be stressed,' when you try to help them during a hard time?
Acknowledge their feelings and let them know it's okay to feel stressed
Ignore their feelings and change the subject
Tell them to listen to their dad and stop being stressed
Laugh and say stress isn't real
Fill in the blank: The ________ is a physiological reaction in which the body returns to its resting state after a stressful event.
relaxation response
fight-or-flight response
alarm reaction
general adaptation syndrome
Stress can affect a person’s health by:
causing physical and mental health problems
improving all aspects of health
eliminating the need for sleep
making people immune to illness
Fill in the blank: The ________ system is the body's defense against infectious organisms and other invaders.
immune system
digestive system
respiratory system
circulatory system
Fill in the blank: The ________ system is responsible for producing offspring and regulating reproductive processes.
reproductive system
digestive system
respiratory system
nervous system
Fill in the blank: ________ are chemicals produced by the body in response to stress.
stress hormones
digestive enzymes
antibodies
neurotransmitters
Long-term stress affects the cardiovascular system by:
Increasing the risk of hypertension and heart disease
Improving heart function and reducing blood pressure
Decreasing cholesterol levels in the blood
Strengthening blood vessels and arteries
Stress can make it difficult to concentrate or remember something. Which of the following is an example of this?
Forgetting important information during an exam due to stress
Feeling happy and relaxed while studying
Remembering everything perfectly under pressure
Having more energy when stressed
People experience negative feelings when they are stressed because:
stress triggers emotional and physical responses that can lead to negative feelings
stress always makes people feel happy and relaxed
negative feelings are unrelated to stress
stress only affects physical health, not emotions
How do you behave differently when you experience stress?
I may become more irritable or anxious.
I always feel completely relaxed.
I never notice any changes in my behavior.
I become extremely joyful and energetic.
Define the term: positive reappraisal.
Positive reappraisal is a cognitive strategy that involves finding positive meaning in stressful situations to reduce negative emotions.
Positive reappraisal is a method of ignoring stressful situations completely.
Positive reappraisal is a way of blaming others for stressful events.
Positive reappraisal is a technique of suppressing all emotions during stress.
Define the term: progressive muscle relaxation.
Progressive muscle relaxation is a technique that involves tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups to reduce physical tension and stress.
Progressive muscle relaxation is a method of increasing heart rate through aerobic exercise.
Progressive muscle relaxation is a breathing technique used to improve lung capacity.
Progressive muscle relaxation is a form of meditation that focuses solely on mental imagery.
Small blocks of time that can be used more effectively to reduce stress include:
waiting in line
long vacations
sleeping hours
major holidays
Distraction is a healthy stress-management technique when:
it is used temporarily to cope with overwhelming emotions.
it is used to avoid all responsibilities permanently.
it replaces seeking help for serious problems.
it prevents addressing the root cause of stress.
Mindfulness helps reduce stress because:
it encourages present-moment awareness and acceptance.
it increases stress by focusing on problems.
it prevents relaxation and calmness.
it causes people to ignore their feelings.
Burnout is defined as:
A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.
A sudden burst of energy and motivation at work.
A minor inconvenience that is easily resolved.
A temporary feeling of happiness and excitement.
The cardiovascular system is defined as:
The system responsible for circulating blood throughout the body
The system responsible for breaking down food
The system responsible for sending signals through nerves
The system responsible for producing hormones
Cognition is defined as:
The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
A physical response to external stimuli.
The process of muscle movement in the body.
A chemical reaction in the brain that causes sleep.
The digestive system is defined as:
the group of organs that break down food into nutrients the body can use
the system that pumps blood throughout the body
the network of nerves that controls body movements
the organs responsible for breathing
'Distress' is defined as:
A state of extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.
A feeling of happiness and joy.
A type of physical exercise.
A method of communication.
Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is defined as:
A program that uses mindfulness meditation to help reduce stress and improve well-being.
A type of medication used to treat anxiety disorders.
A form of physical exercise designed to increase muscle strength.
A diet plan focused on reducing sugar intake.
The reproductive system is defined as:
The system responsible for producing offspring and enabling reproduction.
The system that controls movement and coordination.
The system that breaks down food for energy.
The system that circulates blood throughout the body.
'Stressors' are defined as:
factors that cause stress
methods to relieve stress
types of physical exercise
ways to improve memory
The definition of 'stress-related disorder' is:
A mental health condition triggered by exposure to stressful or traumatic events.
A physical illness caused by bacteria.
A genetic disorder present from birth.
A condition caused by lack of sleep.
What kind of stress comes from the constant presence of technology?
acute stress
toxic stress
technostress
distress
Which stress-related disorder develops immediately after a stressful event and lasts a short amount of time?
PTSD
burnout
major depressive disorder
acute stress disorder
Identify a factor in your environment that can cause stress and impact health.
Noise pollution
Healthy eating
Regular exercise
Adequate sleep
What is the best decision Chris can make using the decision-making process, given that he needs to improve his math grade but also wants to attend his club's retreat with friends?
Chris should prioritize studying for math to improve his grade.
Chris should skip studying and go to the retreat with friends.
Chris should ignore both studying and the retreat.
Chris should drop out of the club entirely.
Write your name on a blank sheet of paper and then describe a task you need to complete by the end of the month. The task could be a set of chores, a homework assignment, or an extracurricular activity. The task should be something that causes you some amount of stress.
My task is to complete my science project by the end of the month.
My task is to organize a birthday party by the end of the month.
My task is to finish reading a novel by the end of the month.
My task is to learn a new language by the end of the month.
