9th Grade Health

By: Lauren Newton

What is Stress?

Stress: Physical and mental strain put onto the body

through your internal and external environment.

What makes YOU stress?SchoolWorkRelationshipsFamilyFuture PlansAthletics

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?

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

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.

Symptoms of Distress:

Lack of concentration

Difficulty sleeping

Irritability

Upset stomach

Tension

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.

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.

Get Plenty of rest and sleep!

When resting:Blood pressures lowersHeart rate slowsMuscles relax

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!

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!

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.

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.

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

Have a sense of humor Laugh out Loud!

Relaxes and lowers:Heart RateBlood PressureTension

HAHA!

GREAT WAY TO RELEAVE STRESS!

Say goodbye to stress and hello to a healthier, happier you!

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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