1. HOW WE CAN MANAGE STRESS 1LILITH DALPHINIS

2. Stress is very common LILITH DALPHINIS2

3. Common causes of student stress Worry that grades are not high enough Worry about failing exams Worry about not completing work on time Worried that a teacher does not like you Worry that your parents will be called to the school Worry about being put out of school Worry about relationships with other students 3LILITH DALPHINIS

4. SYMPTOMS OF STRESS INCLUDE:- Tension Backache/Headache Stomach problems Rapid heart beat Sweating Muscle /body pain Inability to sleep well Loss of appetite 4LILITH DALPHINIS

5. Emotional symptoms include Being angry/negative about everything Not wanting to mix with others Feeling sad/depressed Crying a lot Arguments /fights Impatience Not wanting to talk to even your close friends 5LILITH DALPHINIS

6. Manage stress by:- Talking to others about your problems Following a routine of regular exercise Eating a well balanced diet/eating regularly Getting enough sleep Time management Recognizing your stressors and avoiding them Changing your attitude and behaviour 6LILITH DALPHINIS

7. CLASS ACTIVITY DISCUSS THE WAYS IN WHICH YOU MANAGE STRESS WITH YOUR PARTNER NOW REPORT BACK TO THE GROUP LILITH DALPHINIS7