MODULE 4.1: STRESS AND YOU

Question 1

• This module will look after the concepts of mental health and why this is important, particularly, to the adolescent, and every person in general.
• According to the __________________________, mental health includes (1), (2), and (3).
• It affects how we ______, ______, and _____ as we cope with life’s stresses or challenges.
• It also determines how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices.

Answer 1

-US NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH
-EMOTIONAL, PSYCHOLOGICAL, SOCIAL WELLBEING
-THINK, FEEL, ACT

Question 2

• This is a feeling of EMOTIONAL and PHYSICAL tension.
• It can COME from ANY EVENT or THOUGHT that makes you feel FRUSTRATED, ANGRY, or NERVOUS.

Answer 2

STRESS

Question 3

• This is your body’s reaction to a CHALLENGE or DEMAND.

Answer 3

STRESS

Question 4

• In short, bursts of stress can be ________, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline.
• But when stress lasts for a __________, it may ___________________.

Answer 4

• POSITIVE
• LONG TIME; HARM YOUR HEALTH

Question 5

• A feeling of __________ or ___________. It can come from any event or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.
• Stress is your body’s reaction to a __________ or _________. In short bursts, stress can be positive, such as when it helps you avoid danger or meet a deadline. But when stress lasts for a long time, it may harm your health.

Answer 5

• EMOTIONAL AND PHYSICAL
• CHALLENGE OR DEMAND

Question 6

What are the TWO (2) MAIN TYPES of STRESS ?

Answer 6

ACUTE STRESS AND CHRONIC STRESS

Question 7

• This is SHORT-TERM STRESS that goes away quickly.
• You feel it when you have an argument with your siblings or you have school work to submit on time.
• It also occurs when you do something new or exciting.
• All people have this stress at one time or another.

Answer 7

ACUTE STRESS

Question 8

• This is a stress that LASTS for a LONGER PERIOD.
• You may have chronic stress if you consider problems BIGGER than your LIFE.
• A TYPE OF STRESS that goes on for WEEKS or MONTHS.
• You can get USED to this stress if you don’t manage your problems and may lead to mental health issues.

Answer 8

CHRONIC STRESS

Question 9

What are the THREE (3) stress hormones?

Answer 9

• EPINEPHRINE (ADRENALINE)
• CORTISOL
• NOREPINEPHRINE

Question 10

Your body REACTS to STRESS by _____________.

Answer 10

RELEASING HORMONES

Question 11

The hormones make your brain more _______, causing ______ _________, and ______ _________. In the short term stress, these reactions are good, because they can help you handle the situation causing stress. This is your body’s way of protecting itself.

Answer 11

ALERT; MUSCLE TENSIOM; INCREASE OF PULSE.

Question 12

When you have CHRONIC STRESS, your body stays ALERT, even not in danger. Over time, this puts you at risk of having health problems, including:

Answer 12

H - HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE
H - HEART DISEASE
D - Diabetes
O - Obesity
D - Depression or anxiety
S - Skin problems, such as ACNE or ECZEMA
M - Menstrual Problems

Question 13

Stress can cause many types of _______ and ________ symptoms. Sometimes, you may not realize these symptoms are caused by stress. Here are some signs that stress may be affecting you:

Answer 13

• Diarrhea or constipation
  ▪Forgetfulness
  ▪Frequent aches and pains
  ▪Headaches
  ▪Lack of energy or focus
  ▪Sexual problems
  ▪Stiff jaw or neck
  ▪Tiredness
  ▪Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much
  ▪Upset stomach
  ▪Use of alcohol or drugs to relax
  ▪Weight loss or gain