Coping with Stress: Strategies for Sixth Graders

Question 1

Which of these methods is the best for managing stress over a long period of time?

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Getting regular exercise

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Avoiding things that make you stressed

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Using substances like alcohol or drugs

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a common source of stress for sixth graders?

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Financial concerns

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Academic pressure

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Peer conflicts

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Relationship problems

Question 3

Why is it important to build resilience when coping with stress?

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It helps you bounce back from stressful events

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It makes you less likely to experience stress

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It eliminates the need for coping mechanisms

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It ensures that stress will never have a negative impact on you

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a good way to manage stress?

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Drinking large amounts of sugary drinks

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Spending time in nature

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Practicing yoga or meditation

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Getting enough sleep

Question 5

What is mindfulness?

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Paying attention to the present without judgment

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Focusing on negative thoughts

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Ignoring one's emotions

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Thinking about the past

Question 6

Which is NOT a potential negative effect of ongoing stress in children?

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Improved self-esteem

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Problems at school

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Behavioral issues

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Increased risk of health problems

Question 7

Which of these is NOT a typical cause of stress in children?

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Winning a lottery

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School assignments

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Problems at home

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Peer pressure

Question 8

When you feel stressed, what is a healthy way to cope?

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Talk to a grown-up you trust

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Eat a lot of unhealthy snacks

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Stay away from people

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Skip school

Question 9

Which of these is a physical symptom that can be caused by stress?

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Headaches

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Feeling relaxed

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Better attention

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Calm muscles

Question 10

How does exercise help reduce stress?

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It releases endorphins

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It raises blood pressure

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It tightens muscles

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It makes it harder to think clearly

Question 11

What is the first thing you should do to manage stress effectively?

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Figure out what's causing it

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Try to forget about it

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React without thinking

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Get professional help right away

Question 12

Which of these is NOT an advantage of practicing mindfulness for stress management?

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Increased stress levels

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Improved focus

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Less anxiety

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Better decision-making

Question 13

True or False: Stress is always bad for you.

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False

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True

Question 14

What can be a warning sign that stress is becoming a problem?

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Ongoing physical symptoms

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Sleeping better than usual

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Being more social

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Doing better in school

Question 15

Which option is NOT considered a typical stressor for middle school students?

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Becoming wealthy

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Academic pressure

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Social conflicts

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Parental expectations

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a recommended coping mechanism for managing stress?

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Using illegal substances

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Talking to a trusted person

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Exercising regularly

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Practicing relaxation techniques

Question 17

Which of the following is not a component of mental well-being?

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Physical health

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Emotional stability

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Positive relationships

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Purpose in life

Question 18

What relaxation technique involves focusing on your breathing?

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Deep breathing

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Progressive muscle relaxation

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Yoga

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Meditation

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT a common source of stress for sixth graders?

Accepted Answer

Winning a large amount of money

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School assignments

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Friends and peer interactions

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Family issues

Question 20

What is the recommended way to manage stress, as discussed in this unit?

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Talking to a trusted grown-up

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Keeping your feelings to yourself

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Avoiding situations that make you feel stressed

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Using alcohol or drugs

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a physical symptom of stress?

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Improved quality of sleep

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Headaches

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Stomach problems

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Fast heart rate

Question 22

What is the term used to describe the ability to recover from stressful experiences?

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Resilience

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Coping

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Adaptability

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Hardiness

Question 23

Which of the following is a helpful thought pattern to reduce stress?

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Talking to yourself in a positive way

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Focusing on negative thoughts

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Assuming the worst

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Blaming others

Question 24

What is the hormone that is released in response to stress?

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Cortisol

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Adrenaline

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Endorphins

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Dopamine

Question 25

What is the most important thing to remember when dealing with stress?

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It's okay to ask for help when you need it.

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Stress is always a bad thing.

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You have complete control over everything that happens to you.

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Stress will never go away.

Question 26

How does emotional regulation help you cope with stress?

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By managing your feelings to reduce stress and feel better

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By keeping all your feelings inside

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By letting your feelings out without thinking about others

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By staying away from things that make you feel strong emotions

Question 27

Which of the following is a way self-care can help you manage stress?

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Spending time on things you like

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Eating unhealthy snacks

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Staying away from people and activities

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Not paying attention to your emotions

Question 28

What is emotional regulation, and how does it help us manage stress better?

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Emotional regulation is a way to control and manage our emotions, helping us to cope with stress better.

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Emotional regulation means ignoring or hiding our emotions.

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Emotional regulation is only helpful for adults, not children.

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Emotional regulation is not a real way to cope with stress.

Question 29

What is the key difference between healthy and unhealthy ways to cope with stress?

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Healthy coping mechanisms help you manage stress without harming yourself or others.

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Healthy coping mechanisms are temporary and avoid dealing with the problem.

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Unhealthy coping mechanisms can have positive effects in the long run.

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT a common physical symptom of stress?

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Increased energy

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Muscle tension

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Headaches

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Rapid heartbeat

Question 31

Which of the following is a healthy way to relieve stress in a short-term situation?

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Taking a break

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Drinking alcohol

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Smoking

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Overeating

Question 32

What type of stress results from ongoing exposure to overwhelming or traumatic events?

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Chronic stress

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Acute stress

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Periodic stress

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Situational stress

Question 33

Which of the following is a potential health risk associated with chronic stress?

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Increased risk of heart disease

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Boosted immune system

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Enhanced cognitive function

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Improved sleep quality

Question 34

For adults, what is the recommended amount of sleep to manage stress effectively?

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7-9 hours

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3-5 hours

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4-6 hours

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10-12 hours

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of exercise as a stress reliever?

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Increased stress hormones

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Reduced muscle tension

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Enhanced mood

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Improved sleep quality

Question 36

What is a potential warning sign that a person may be struggling with unhealthy levels of stress?

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Changes in eating or sleeping patterns

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Improved focus

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Heightened creativity

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Increased confidence

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a common cause of stress for children?

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Going to a birthday party

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Peer pressure

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Tests and exams

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Family problems

Question 38

Which of the following is a healthy way to cope with stress?

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Spending time in nature

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Taking drugs or alcohol

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Skipping meals

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Isolating oneself from others

Question 39

Which of the following is a physical symptom of stress?

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Upset stomach

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Improved sleep

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Feeling relaxed

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Increased focus

Question 40

What is the term for the ability to bounce back from difficult situations and adjust to change?

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Resilience

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Perseverance

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Optimism

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Confidence

Question 41

What is the first thing you should do if you feel overwhelmed by stress?

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Talk to a trusted adult

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Try to handle everything on your own

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Withdraw from social activities

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Ignore the problem and hope it will go away

Question 42

Which of the following is a relaxation technique that can help reduce stress?

Accepted Answer

Mindfulness meditation

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Eating junk food

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Scrolling through social media

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Playing loud music

Question 43

What is the term for the body's natural response to a perceived threat?

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Fight-or-flight response

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Relaxation response

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Anxiety response

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Panic response

Question 44

What can happen when you handle stress in a good way?

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It can help you work harder to reach your goals.

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It can make it more likely for you to get sick.

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It can cause problems with friends and family.

Question 45

Which of these is NOT a healthy way to deal with stress?

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Using drugs or alcohol to relax.

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Practicing relaxation techniques.

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Talking to a trusted adult.

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Exercising regularly.

Question 46

If you're stressed about a big test, what's the BEST thing to do?

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Study a little bit each day and sleep well the night before.

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Stay up late studying everything at once.

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Skip the test and don't tell anyone.

Question 47

Which of these is NOT a sign that you might be stressed?

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Feeling happy and full of energy.

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Feeling grumpy and easily annoyed.

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Having headaches.

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Having trouble sleeping at night.

Question 48

What does it mean to be resilient?

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Being able to bounce back from tough situations.

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Always feeling happy and never sad.

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Being really strong and good at sports.

Question 49

Why is it good to talk to someone when you're stressed?

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It can help you feel better and find ways to solve the problem.

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It shows that you aren't strong enough to handle it yourself.

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It will make the stress even worse.

Question 50

Which of these can help you relax when you're feeling stressed?

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Taking deep breaths.

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Playing video games for a long time.

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Eating lots of junk food.

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Watching scary or violent movies.

Question 51

What's a good way to handle a stressful situation at school?

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Ask a teacher or counselor for help.

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Say it's someone else's fault.

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Avoid going to school.

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Give up and stop trying.

Question 52

What's the difference between stress and anxiety?

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Stress is normal when things are hard, but anxiety is when you feel scared and worried for a long time.

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Stress is bad, and anxiety is good.

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Stress is when you're excited, and anxiety is when you're sad.

Question 53

What should you do if you feel overwhelmed by stress?

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Take a break, do something fun, and talk to someone you trust.

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Ignore the stress and hope it goes away.

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Work even harder to get everything done.

Question 54

How can you develop a more positive mindset to better cope with stress?

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Focus on your strengths, practice gratitude, and challenge negative thoughts.

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Tell yourself you're going to fail.

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Avoid thinking about anything positive.