Understanding Stress and Coping Mechanisms
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What is the relationship between the brain and the body when it comes to stress?

  • The brain and body are unrelated when it comes to stress.
  • The brain and body have no connection when it comes to stress.
  • When the brain is affected by stress, the rest of the body also feels the impact. (correct)
  • The brain and body are completely separate when it comes to stress.

    • What is one way that exercise can help reduce stress?

  • Exercise causes the body to produce chemicals called adrenaline.
  • Exercise causes the body to produce endorphins, which act as natural painkillers and improve sleep. (correct)
  • Exercise has no impact on stress levels.
  • Exercise reduces the body's ability to sleep, which in turn reduces stress.

    • Besides exercise, what are some other activities that can help reduce stress?

  • There are no other activities besides exercise that can help reduce stress.
  • Eating unhealthy foods and drinking alcohol.
  • Watching TV and playing video games.
  • Meditation, acupuncture, massage therapy, and deep breathing. (correct)

    • How much aerobic exercise is needed to experience anti-anxiety effects?

    <p>Even 5 minutes of aerobic exercise can stimulate anti-anxiety effects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some of the benefits of regular participation in aerobic exercise?

    <p>Regular aerobic exercise decreases tension, elevates mood, improves sleep, and improves self-esteem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are some common symptoms of stress according to the text?

    <p>Sleeping problems and sweating</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can stress affect individuals emotionally?

    <p>Feeling threatened or upset</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situations can stress sometimes be beneficial?

    <p>When it is short-lived</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the 'fight or flight' response triggered by?

    <p>A rush of stress hormones in the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can prolonged stress contribute to, according to the text?

    <p>Heart disease and mental health problems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does stress affect an individual physically?

    <p>'Fight or flight' response causes sweating</p> Signup and view all the answers

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