What are some of the physical signs of stress?
Some physical signs of stress include increased heart rate, rapid breathing, sweating, muscle tension, headaches, fatigue, stomachaches, and trouble sleeping.
Provide two examples of loss that are common to many people.
Explain how relaxing and/or laughing helps to reduce stress.
By adopting a "relax and laugh" coping strategy, it will make me choose to spend time with people that make me laugh. It might also help me participate in activities that are enjoyable and elicit laughter. It might also improve my immune system because laughter and relaxation boost an immune system. Relaxation also helps recharge your batteries.
Explain why anxiety can sometimes be a necessary and healthy feeling.
Anxiety is a biological response to stress. Normal levels of anxiety can temporarily help stimulate your mind and body to help you perform in difficult situations or to escape danger. It is only when the anxiety is sustained over longer periods of time that negative consequences occur.
Describe the relationship between loss and stress.
Briefly describe some examples of negative ways to cope with stress.
Negative coping examples include smoking, excessive alcohol or drug use, overeating, withdrawing from others, and procrastinating or avoiding the stressor.
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