Physical Ed Unit 6 Lesson 1

Questions and Answers

What are some of the physical signs of stress?

The signs of stress include headache, dry mouth, heart burn, constipation, depression, and insomnia.

Stress has an effect on every system of the body.

True

Stress is the body's automatic physical reaction to real or imagined forces.

True

Compare and contrast eustress with distress.

Eustress gives bursts of energy during exciting situations and is short-term and positive, while distress can be short-term or long-term, negative, and caused by disruptions to normal routines. Signup and view all the answers

Stress can affect the circulatory system by causing headaches, heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes.

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Change in diet, sleep patterns, and routine are all __________ signs of stress.

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What are the key signs of stress affecting mental health?

Some of the key signs of stress affecting mental health are alertness and anxiety. Signup and view all the answers

Positive, short-term, motivating, and inspiring stress is called _________.

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What are the features of general adaptation syndrome?

The three steps are alarm, resistance, and exhaustion, with alarm being the fight-or-flight response, resistance involving combating or avoiding stressors, and exhaustion indicating reduced ability to manage prolonged stress. Signup and view all the answers

How can stress actually be a good thing?

The body's initial reaction to stress keeps you alert, gives you a burst of energy, and sharpens concentration, helping you face challenges. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Physical Signs of Stress

Common signs of stress include headache, dry mouth, heartburn, constipation, depression, and insomnia.
Stress can impact every system of the body.

Understanding Stress

Stress is an automatic physical reaction to both real and imagined forces.
Stress can be categorized as eustress or distress.

Eustress vs. Distress

Eustress is a positive form of stress that provides energy during exciting situations and has a short-term effect.
Distress can be chronic and negative, often occurring when a normal routine is disrupted and may affect physical and mental health.

Effects of Stress on Health

Stress can negatively impact the circulatory system, leading to headaches, heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes.
Key mental health signs of stress include increased alertness and anxiety.

Behavioral Signs of Stress

Changes in diet, sleep patterns, and routines are behavioral indicators of stress.

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

General adaptation syndrome consists of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.
Alarm Stage: Triggered by a stressor, leading to a surge in hormones, rapid breathing, increased heart rate, and pupil dilation.
Resistance Stage: Body responds by either confronting the stressor (fight) or avoiding it (flight), utilizing stored energy and resources.
Exhaustion Stage: Prolonged stress leads to burnout and a reduced ability to manage stress, compromising the body’s systems.

Positive Aspects of Stress

Initial reactions to stress enhance alertness and energy, allowing individuals to face challenges.
Stress can protect from harm and boost motivation and concentration during critical moments.

Description

Test your knowledge on the signs and effects of stress with this flashcard quiz from Physical Education Unit 6 Lesson 1. Each question covers key concepts related to stress and its impact on the body. Perfect for students looking to reinforce their learning.