Stress Management

Question 1

This is our psychological and physiological reaction to an event or condition that is considered a threat or challenge.

Answer 1

Stress

Question 2

TRUE OR FALSE: Decreased sex drive, teeth grinding, and skin irritations are symptoms of stress.

Answer 2

TRUE

Question 3

TRUE OR FALSE: Muscle tension, apathy, being able to concentrate, and headaches are symptoms of stress.

Answer 3

FALSE: Muscle tension, apathy, trouble concentrating, and headaches are symptoms of stress.

Question 4

TRUE OR FALSE: Anxiety, anger, stomach problems, and fatigue are symptoms of stress.

Answer 4

TRUE

Question 5

What are the three types of stress?

Answer 5

Acute Stress
Episodic Stress
Chronic Stress

Question 6

This type of stress occurs when you are in a new or challenging situation.

Answer 6

Acute Stress

Question 7

Give symptoms of acute stress.

Answer 7

Pupil Dilation
Heart Rate Increase
Perspiration
Fast and Heavy Breathing
Anxiety
Emotional Ups and Downs
Poor Sleep

Question 8

This type of stress happens when acute stresses happen on a frequent basis.

Answer 8

Episodic Stress

Question 9

Give symptoms of episodic stress.

Answer 9

Muscle Tension
Feeling Overwhelmed
Uncontrolled Anger and Irritability

Question 10

This type of stress is the result of stressors that continue for a long period of time.

Answer 10

Chronic Stress

Question 11

Give symptoms of chronic stress.

Answer 11

Weight Gain
Insomnia
Panic Attacks
Emotional Fatigue

Question 12

TRUE OR FALSE: Stress is inevitable and eliminating it entirely from one’s life is impossible. Changes in daily events are beyond any person’s capacity.

Answer 12

TRUE

Question 13

TRUE OR FALSE: One’s reaction to stressful changes could not be managed.

Answer 13

FALSE: One’s reaction to stressful changes can be managed.

Question 14

Give four reasons why physical activities are good coping mechanisms for stress.

Answer 14

Mood Booster
Endorphin Release
Mind Stimulator
Music Theory