Coping with Stress in Adolescence
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What is stress?

Stress is the body's way of responding to any demand or threat. It can help you rise to meet challenges and keep you on your toes during difficult situations.

Which of the following are characteristics of the stress reaction in a person? (Select all that apply)

  • Reduced mental focus
  • Decreased blood pressure
  • Increased heart rate (correct)
  • Muscle tension (correct)
  • Impaired digestion (correct)
  • Increased alertness (correct)

Stressors are only negative events, such as an exhausting work schedule or relationship problems.

False (B)

Which of the following is an example of an external stressor?

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What is a common internal stressor for adolescents?

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Which of the following is NOT a suggested coping mechanism for adolescents?

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What is the purpose of problem-focused coping?

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Which of the following is an example of emotion-focused coping?

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Social engagement is the least evolved response to stress.

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Which of the following is a factor that influences stress tolerance?

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Engaging in social interaction can be a helpful way to reduce stress.

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Which of the following lifestyle changes can help to deal with the symptoms of stress?

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Stress

The body's response to demands or threats. It can help with challenges, but excessive stress can harm well-being.

Stressors

Situations or events that cause stress, e.g., moving or job changes.

Hormonal Stress Response

Involves interactions between hormones, glands, and the nervous system where the adrenal gland releases cortisol.

Eustress

Positive stress that motivates and improves performance, short-term and perceived as manageable.

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Distress

Negative stress causing anxiety, long-term, and perceived as overwhelming.

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Cognitive Symptoms (of stress)

Mental symptoms of stress, such as memory problems, poor judgment, and anxious thoughts.

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Emotional Symptoms (of stress)

Emotional symptoms of stress, such as mood swings, irritability, and feelings of overwhelm.

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Physical Symptoms (of stress)

Physical symptoms of stress, such as headaches, back pain, and frequent colds.

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External Stressors

Stressors originating from outside the individual, including situations, people, and experiences.

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Internal Stressors

Stressors originating from within the individual, including thoughts, anxieties, and beliefs.

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Major Life Changes (Stressors)

Significant events like getting married or moving house that can induce stress.

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Adolescent Stressors

Specific pressures related to school, relationships, and social life unique to teens.

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Social Engagement(Stress Response)

Evolved coping method to feel calm and safe.

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Mobilization(Stress Response)

Fight-or-flight response, preparing to defend oneself or escape from danger.

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Immobilization(Stress Response)

Least evolved stress response, used when other coping methods fail.

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Separation Anxiety

Stress from being separated from loved ones, and this includes friends.

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School Demands

Stress from academic expectations like tests, projects, and grades.

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Relationship Difficulties

Stress from issues with friends or romantic partners.

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Financial Problems

Stress from money concerns.

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Perfectionism

Unrealistic expectations leading to stress.

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Chronic Worry

Persistent stress from worrying.

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Negative Self-Talk

Unhelpful and negative inner thoughts.

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Unrealistic Expectations

Stress from setting impossible goals.

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Rigid Thinking

Lack of flexibility in thinking.

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Study Notes

Coping with Stress in Adolescence

  • Stress is the body's response to demands or threats. It can help people meet challenges.
  • Stress is a reaction to stimuli that disrupt well-being.
  • Stressors are life-threatening or life-changing events or situations, such as separation, moving, or new jobs.
  • Stress is a response, involving interactions between hormones, glands, and the nervous system. The adrenal gland produces cortisol (stress hormone).
  • Adolescent stress responses are faster due to underdeveloped prefrontal cortex.
  • Stress can be relational. Assessing the situation positively or negatively affects the emotional response. Positive relevance leads to a positive interpretation of the stressor, while negative relevance leads to negative emotions.
  • Eustress is short-term, perceived within coping abilities, and exciting; it improves performance.
  • Distress is long-term, perceived outside coping abilities, unpleasant, and decreases performance; it causes anxiety.

Types of Stressors

  • External stress comes from outside the person (situations, other people, experiences).
  • Internal stress comes from within (thoughts, uncertainties, personal beliefs).
  • Common External Stressors for Adolescents:
    • School demands and expectations (quizzes, tests, projects)
    • Selecting a school or career path
    • Separation anxiety (from friends or family)
    • College life
    • Romantic relationships (or lack thereof)
    • Family demands and expectations
    • Health concerns
    • Demands of social life (social groups, bullying)
  • Common Internal Stressors for Adolescents:
    • Being too busy
    • Worry
    • Pessimism
    • Negative self-talk
    • Unrealistic expectations/perfectionism
    • Rigid thinking/lack of flexibility
    • All-or-nothing attitude

Coping with Stress

  • Social engagement is a key strategy to maintain calm.
  • Mobilization (fight-or-flight response) is activated when social engagement isn't sufficient.
  • Immobilization is the least evolved response, used when social engagement and mobilization fail.
  • Coping is a crucial mechanism to manage stress and prevent severe consequences for health.
  • Problem-focused coping aims to change the stressful situation (studying for an exam, seeking solutions)
  • Emotion-focused coping aims to lessen the emotional impact (smiling, breathing exercises)

Coping Mechanisms for Adolescents

  • Engage in creative imagery
  • Seek social support (talk to trusted friends/family)
  • Relaxing activities (yoga, meditation, listening to music, quiet environment)
  • Manage time effectively
  • Healthy eating habits
  • Spiritual growth (prayer, meditation)
  • Hobbies, fun activities (drawing, socializing)
  • Realistic assessments of stressors (if a stressor is realistically manageable, it does not create as much stress)
  • Believe in one's ability to overcome challenges
  • Support Networks

Lifestyle Changes for Stress Management

  • Set aside time for relaxation
  • Maintain a healthy diet
  • Prioritize sleep

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This quiz explores the various aspects of stress and its effects on adolescents. It covers the physiological responses, types of stress, and the impact of stressors on well-being. Understand how to manage stress positively and recognize the differences between eustress and distress.

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