Chapter 3 Mental and Emotional Health Lesson 3

§ stress The body’s response to change § stressor Anything that causes stress §

§ adrenaline § time management A hormone that gives the body extra energy Strategies

In this lesson, you will learn to § identify the causes of stress. §

Organizing Information Look at Figure 3. 4. List each body part in the chart.

What Is Stress? Stress is a normal reaction to certain situations or events in

Causes of Stress A stressor ranges from everyday annoyances to serious personal problems. stressor

Causes of Stress Extremely Stressful Somewhat Stressful Separation or divorce of parents Arguing with

The Body’s Response to Stress Part of the fight-or-flight response is the body’s production

Excess Stress Excessive stress can affect all sides of your health triangle.

Excess Stress Physical Health Mental and Emotional Health • Headaches • Anxiousness • Digestive

Skills for Managing Stress Practicing good health habits is one way to manage stress.

Skills for Managing Stress Relaxation Physical Activity Skills for Managing Stress Laughter and a

Relaxation skills include taking deep, even breaths and doing exercises that relax your muscles.

Laughter and a Positive Outlook Laughter redirects the energy that stress creates. Maintain a

Physical Activity When you are physically active, your brain releases chemicals that positively affect

Time Management The key to time management is arranging the hours in your day.

Lesson 3 Review What I Learned Recall What causes stress? Give several examples.

Lesson 3 Review What I Learned Identify What are three ways that your body

Lesson 3 Review What I Learned Vocabulary Define time management. Use the term in

Lesson 3 Review Thinking Critically Evaluate Which stressor mentioned in the chapter affects you

Lesson 3 Review Thinking Critically Apply As soon as Lisa came to class, she

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§ stress The body’s response to change § stressor Anything that causes stress § fight-or-flight The process by which the body prepares to deal response with a stressor

§ adrenaline § time management A hormone that gives the body extra energy Strategies for using time efficiently

In this lesson, you will learn to § identify the causes of stress. § describe how your body responds to stress. § develop skills to manage stress in your life.

Organizing Information Look at Figure 3. 4. List each body part in the chart. Tell how each is affected by stress.

What Is Stress? Stress is a normal reaction to certain situations or events in your life. stress The body’s response to change The long-term physical effects of stress include nervous habits and problems sleeping or eating.

Causes of Stress A stressor ranges from everyday annoyances to serious personal problems. stressor Anything that causes stress

Causes of Stress Extremely Stressful Somewhat Stressful Separation or divorce of parents Arguing with a sibling or friend Family member’s alcohol or drug problem Moving to a new house Getting arrested Going to a new school Failing classes at school Getting glasses or braces Being suspended from school Arguing with a parent Starting to use alcohol or other drugs Worrying over height, weight, or acne Loss or death of a pet Getting a lead role in the school play Family member having a serious illness Being sick or injured

The Body’s Response to Stress Part of the fight-or-flight response is the body’s production of adrenaline A hormone that gives the body extra energy

The Body’s Response to Stress

Excess Stress Excessive stress can affect all sides of your health triangle.

Excess Stress Physical Health Mental and Emotional Health • Headaches • Anxiousness • Digestive problems • Moodiness • High blood pressure • Irritability • Reduction of the body’s ability to fight infection • Interferes with schoolwork • Takes away from the desire to have fun Social Health • Yelling at other people • Withdrawing from other people • Loss of social contacts

Skills for Managing Stress Practicing good health habits is one way to manage stress. When your level of wellness is high, you feel good and are better able to handle problems.

Skills for Managing Stress Relaxation Physical Activity Skills for Managing Stress Laughter and a Positive Outlook Time Management

Relaxation skills include taking deep, even breaths and doing exercises that relax your muscles. Quiet activities, such as reading a book, can help you relax and reduce stress.

Laughter and a Positive Outlook Laughter redirects the energy that stress creates. Maintain a positive outlook by thinking positive thoughts, looking at the big picture, and keeping things in perspective.

Physical Activity When you are physically active, your brain releases chemicals that positively affect your mood.

Time Management The key to time management is arranging the hours in your day. time management Strategies for using time effectively One way to arrange your time effectively is to use a day planner.

Time Management

Lesson 3 Review What I Learned Recall What causes stress? Give several examples.

Lesson 3 Review What I Learned Identify What are three ways that your body responds to stress?

Lesson 3 Review What I Learned Vocabulary Define time management. Use the term in a sentence that describes how it reduces stress.

Lesson 3 Review Thinking Critically Evaluate Which stressor mentioned in the chapter affects you most? Explain why.

Lesson 3 Review Thinking Critically Apply As soon as Lisa came to class, she discovered that a report assigned two weeks earlier was due. Lisa had forgotten about it and was now feeling stress. How could using a planner have helped her?

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