1. Do-Now! Take a Stress worksheet from my desk Complete the worksheet
You may discuss responses with your classmates!

2. Stress
Freshmen Health

3. Stress Inventory Reflect on your stress inventory:
1. Do you display symptoms that are Physical? Psychological? Emotional? Or Behavioral?
2. How would you categorize most of the causes of stress in your life?
3. What is your personality type? (A or B) And what does that mean?
4. How do you react to stress?
5. How do you cope with stress?

4. Stress Defined
Stress: A reaction of your body and mind to threatening or challenging events in your life
Stressor: Anything that causes stress

5. Types of Stress Eustress: “Good Stress” (Positive)
Distress: “Bad Stress” (Negative)
How you think about a challenge determines whether you will experience negative or positive stress
How much stress you feel depends on your perception of events that cause stress.

6. 5 Kinds of Stressors
1. Biological- biochemical imbalances, physical illnesses, disabilities, or injuries
2. Environmental- poverty, pollution, crowding, noise, natural disasters
3. Cognitive (Thinking)- Perception or expectation of a situation

7. 5 Kinds of Stressors
4. Personal Behavior- Negative reactions caused by tobacco, alcohol, drugs, unhealthy eating, not exercising
5. Life Situations- Relative or pet dies, parents divorce, trouble in relationships

8. Teen Stressors Life Situations Environmental Biological
Cognitive (Thinking)
Personal Behavior
-School
-Friends
-Peer pressure
-Family
-Moving
-Changing schools
-Breaking up with a bf/gf
-Unsafe neighborhood
-Media (TV, magazines, internet)
-Natural disasters
-Terrorist threats
-War
-Global warming
-Changes in body
-Illness
-Injury
-Disability
-Poor self esteem
-Personal appearance
-Not fitting in
-Taking on a busy schedule
-Smoking
-Using drugs
-Alcohol

9. 3 Stages of Stress #1=ALARM STAGE
Body releases adrenaline, which gives you a burst of energy. 
HR increases, increased blood flow to muscles, breathing rate increases, blood pressure increases, digestive system slows
Your body has two options FIGHT or FLIGHT
Fight: Stand and fight the stressor
Flight: Run from the stressor

10. 3 Stages of Stress #2=Resistance Stage
If body cannot fight or flight it attempts to recover from the alarm stage
Body becomes fatigued and less able to deal with stress

11. 3 Stages of Stress #3=Exhaustion Stage Stressor continues
Body becomes warn down, no longer able to fight off the stressor 
Body is susceptible to illness 
This stage does not occur in every stressful situation, only in situations lasting for for prolonged periods of time (weeks, months, or years)

12. Effects of Stress on the Body

13. Recognize Stress- Negative Effects
PHYSICAL:  Muscle tension, headache, upset stomach, pounding heart, shortness of breath, weakened immune system

14. Recognizing Stress- Negative Mental/Emotional Effects
Anger
Irritability
Impatience
Nervousness
Forgetfulness
Negative thinking
Anxiety
Difficulty concentrating
Lack of motivation
Indecision

15. Recognizing Stress- Negative Behavioral Effects
Loss of appetite
Overeating
Drug abuse
Sleep problems- Insomnia
Fidgeting

16. What are some of your stressors?
Think about it and list…
What are some of your stressors?

17. Negative Coping Strategies
Drugs
Alcohol
Withdrawal/Isolation
Fasting or Eating Binges
Smoking

18. Positive Coping Strategies
Stay Fit
Redirect Your Energy
Proper Diet
Healthy Sleep Habits
Set Realistic Goals
Learn to Say “NO”
Think Positive
Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff
Talk to Someone
Enjoy Life!
Time Management
Relaxation Techniques
Yoga, Massage, Etc.

19. Resiliency
The ability to adapt effectively and recover from disappointment, difficulty, or crisis
There are many factors that affect resiliency…
EXTERNAL: Family, School, Peers
INTERNAL: Positive Values, Commitment, Social Competency, Positive Self Identity

20. Managing Stress & Building Resiliency
Taking care of your health is essential to managing stress
Get adequate rest
Exercise regularly
Eat nutrient rich foods!

21. Resiliency & Protective Factors
Protective Factors: Conditions that shield individuals from the negative consequences of exposure to stressors.
Extracurricular Activities
Reading
Stand up for your beliefs
Be HONEST
Resist negative peer pressure
Avoid dangerous situations
Develop a positive outlook on your future
Set goals