Understandin

g Stress
By Group 1
 What is stress?
Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical
tension. It can come from any event or thought
that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or
nervous.
What are the common areas of stressors that affects
adolescents?

Some sources of stress for teens include:

● School demands and frustrations.
● Negative thoughts or feelings about themselves.
● Changes in their bodies.
● Problems with friends and/or peers at school
What are the common body reactions during stressful situations?

On your body
Chest pain
Fatigue
Change in sex drive
Stomach upset
Questions for the other
groups
 For Group 2
What happens if we don’t cope with stress?
 For Group 3
Why is it important to understand the 5 stages of grief?
 For Group 4
Why is it important to learn about mental illnesses?
 For Group 5
How to manage mental disorders?