TEEN STRESS PROJECT

WHAT IS STRESS?

• Stress is a state of mental tension and worry caused by problems in your life, work, etc.

15 CAUSES OF STRESS

• Crammed schedules - getting everything crammed up in a day/time
• Not having enough sleep - have to much stuff to get rest
• Being in a rush - never wants to be late
• Sports - they make you think weather you're going to win/ lose the game
• Academic - they give you stress by trying to raise your grades
• Relationships/Dating - thinking too much of what your partner is doing
• Traumatic events - trying to face you're fear
• Family problems - going through a divorce
• Bullying - scared of what he/she can do next
• Moving - making new friends
• Job application - worrying if you get the job
• Body figure - wants to have a good looking body
• Driving too soon - worrying how you're driving/passengers
• Drama - fighting with friends or over a guy
• Parents goals/expectations - thinking you're unable to reach their goals/expectations

10 SYMPTOMS OF STRESS

• Headaches
• Chest pain
• Sleep problems
• Muscle tension/pain
• Fatigue
• Sadness/depression
• Upset stomach
• Overeating/ under eating
• Lack of motivation/ focus
• Restlessness

10 Stress Relievers

• Drinking tea~releases chemicals to relax the mind
• Meditation~builds deep breathing & takes your brain to a function similar to sleep
• Yoga~it helps you clear your mind
• Music~lowers blood pressure, relaxes your body/mind
• Talk to a friend/person~talk about your problems
• Massage~relaxes muscles, reduces pain and improves circulation
• Aromatherapy~inhaling certain scents, raises mood, reducing anxiety & concentration
• Decorate with lavender~ lower heart rate/ blood pressure
• Take a walk~ targets tension and the body's relaxation
• Draw/paint~reduces stress, related behavior/symptoms