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What is the most effective strategy for adolescents to manage stress…
What is the most effective strategy for adolescents to manage stress levels?
Adolescents
Biological factors:
Hormonal changes
Brain still developing
Less emotional control
Psychological factors:
Low self esteem
Overthinking and having negative thoughts
Higher anxiety and stress
Social Factors:
Peer Pressure
Acedemic pressure
social media
family problems and expectations
stress levels
Definition:
Releases cortisol and activates fight or flight response
Stress is bodys natural and physical response to threaths, demands, challanges and changes
Signs of Stress:
Emotional - mood swings, anxiety etc
Physical - headaches, fast heart rate, tiredness etc
Behavioural - avoiding tasks, changes in eating & sleeping
cognitive - trouble focusing and negative thinking
How to measure stress levels:
Self report scales
observations in behaviour changes
measuring cortisol levels
strategies
Physical Activity
Exercise lowers cortisole
Releases endorphins and improves mood
improves sleep and energy levels
examples: sports, gym, running/walking, dancing
Helps physically and mentally
Mindfulness & Relaxation
Deep breathing and meditation
Helps calm the nervous system
Reduces anxiety and overthinking
Improves focus and control over emotions
Strategies
Social support
Talking to friends, family, teachers
Emotional support leads to feeling more understood
Helps solve problems & reduces loneliness
Time management
Planning homework & studying
Breaking tasts into smaller steps/organising your day
Reduces procrastination and last minute stress and pressure
Hobbies
Music, sports, gaming
distraction from stress
Relaxation and makes you more happy
Strategies
Keeping a healthy lifestyle
Enough sleep
Balanced diet
Hydration
Helps brain function better and regulates emotions