What part of the brain is directly affected by stress?
Hypothalamus
What is one thing the hypothalamus controls?
Hormones / Autonomic Nervous System
Name two stress hormones
Cortisol and Adrenaline
Stress can make you feel hot and sweaty. TRUE OR FALSE
True. Stress results in a rise in blood pressure. Sweating is the response to dissipate excessive heat.
Stress can help prevent digestive problems. TRUE OR FALSE?
False. It produces diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, urination, or even feeling nauseated
Stress can make you physically sick. TRUE OR FALSE
True. The stress response creates both behavioral and physiological reactions.
Stress is always bad for you. TRUE OR FALSE
False. Short term stress boosts the immune system, and can motivate us to succeed (imagine yourself working to a deadline – for some this is a huge motivator.
What other symptoms are related to stress?
Dangerous behavior, Eating disorders, Depression, Burning out...
Name 3 things you usually do to cope with stress
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