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True or False: Both positive and negative situations can cause stress
True
What is an example of a life event that can be a stressor?
ex: moving, having a child, grief and loss, losing housing, getting married
What is an example of a daily hassle that can cause stress?
ex: traffic, missing the train/bus, messy living space, forgetting your phone or wallet
What is an example of a sign of stress?
ex: jaw clenching, lack of focus, smoking, rapid heartrate, sweating
True or False: Flight, Fight, or Freeze are the three common ways your body responds to stress?
True
True or False: Trembling or shaking is not a sign of stress
False
How do you know when you are experiencing stress?
ex: stomachache, shaking, clenching difficulty completing tasks
What is an example of a behavioral sign of stress?
ex: being late, taking risks, poor eating habits, biting nails
True or False: To practice muscle relaxation you can do shoulder shrugs, overhead arm stretches, or knee raises
True
What is your preferred coping skill for stress?
ex: listening to music, stretching, deep breathing, reading
True or False: Developing a support system is not a strategy to prevent and cope with stress
False
What is an example of using positive self talk?
ex: "I am going to do well today" "I am proud of myself for accomplishing.."
True or False: When imagining a peaceful scene, you should focus on sight, smells, sounds, and feels
True
If you were going to imagine a peaceful scene, what would that look like for you?
ex: forest, beach, cafe, library
True or False: Relaxation strategies can help you cope with stress and reduce some of its negative impacts
True
How does stress relate to mental illness and substance use?
Stress can worsen symptoms or lead to relapse of mental illness symptoms, increased cravings, using to cope with stress
