9 th grade health by: lauren newton what is stress?
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9th Grade Health
By: Lauren Newton
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What is Stress?
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Stress: Physical and mental strain put onto the body
through your internal and external environment.
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What makes YOU stress?SchoolWorkRelationshipsFamilyFuture PlansAthletics
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Is all stress negative? Is there such a thing a positive stress?
No, all stress is not negative.
Yes, there is such a thing as positive stress!
So.. what is Positive Stress?
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Positive effects of Stress:Also known as Eustress.
Eustress: Stress that is deemed healthful or giving one the feeling of fulfillment.
Examples:
•feeling motivated to finish a project •What you feel when your about to ride an exciting ride•Exercise
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Negative effects of Stress:
• Also called Distress.
• Distress: Can suppress your immune system leaving you more prone to illness. It can also affect the relationships you have with family and friends.
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Symptoms of Distress:
Lack of concentration
Difficulty sleeping
Irritability
Upset stomach
Tension
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Teen StressDevelops as young adults learn to cope with
new demands and pressures.
Teen stress often leads to depression and sometimes to a more serious problem—Suicide.
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How to manage stress:Take a break! When you start to feel overwhelmed, take a
deep breath and step away from the situation.
A small break will allow you to clear your head and make room for new ideas.
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Get Plenty of rest and sleep!
When resting:Blood pressures lowersHeart rate slowsMuscles relax
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Physical ActivityGo for a walk or a light jog!
Exercise causes a release of endorphins.
Endorphins allow us to feel less pain and feel fewer negative affects from stress.
Exercise will also help control your
weight & strengthen your
heart!
Exercise will also help control your
weight & strengthen your
heart!
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Time ManagementSTOP procrastinating! Keep a list:
Write down what you need to do.Put the list in order of importance or when it is
due and start!
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Develop Friendships
Friends allow you to share feelings and experiences without being judged.
Friends are good for listening and can offer advice that can help ease stress.
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Talk with parents and other trusted adultsYour parents/guardians have your best
interest at heart and will listen to whatever is causing you stress.
Other trusted adults such as a school guidance counselor is also willing to listen and give advice.
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Helping OthersHelping people who are less fortunate will
allow you to see that your stressful situation is not as bad as it seems.
Get involved:Raise money for charityBecome a Big Brother or Big SisterVolunteer
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Have a sense of humor Laugh out Loud!
Relaxes and lowers:Heart RateBlood PressureTension
HAHA!
GREAT WAY TO RELEAVE STRESS!
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Say goodbye to stress and hello to a healthier, happier you!
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For more information on Stress Management visit these websites:
http://www.helpguide.org/mental/stress_management_relief_coping.htm
http://www.lifespan.org/services/childhealth/parenting/teen-stress.htm
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