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Awisan, Althea Graecia P.

7-St.Andrew

1. Stress can be defined as any type of change that causes physical, emotional or psychological
strain. Stress is your body's response to anything that requires attention or action. Everyone
experiences stress to some degree. The way you respond to stress, however, makes a big
difference to your overall well-being.

2. homework and school (especially exams)

expectations and pressure to do well at school from parents and family

extracurricular commitments

life challenges, such as leaving school or getting into tertiary studies or employment

lack of time – having too much to do, feeling unprepared or overwhelmed

lack of sleep.

3. Increased heart rate and respirations

Increased blood pressure

Upset stomach, nausea, diarrhea

In Change in activity levels

Decreased efficiency and effectiveness

Difficulty communicating

Increased sense of humor/gallows humor

Irritability, outbursts of anger, frequent arguments

Inability to rest, relax, or let down

Change in eating habits

Change in sleep patterns

Change in job performance

Periods of crying

increased or decreased appetite which may be accompanied by weight loss or gain

Feeling heroic, euphoric or invulnerable

Denial

Anxiety or fear
Worry about safety of self or others

Irritability or anger

Restlessness

Sadness, moodiness, grief or depression