Stress

The potential danger of stress in adolescence is heightened because of changes in the _____________ axis. Things that stress, stress more.

HPA

TSA

LPI

MVX

HPA

Which of the following is true about stress in young people?

stress if harmful to child and adolescent development and should be avoided

young people are better able to identify stressors in their lives than adults

stress in young people can increase with exposure to traumatic events

all of the above

Stress in young people can increase with exposure to traumatic events

With careful planning and attention, parents can eliminate stress in their child's life.

True/False

False

From the choices below, which was NOT a family centered suggestion toward reducing stress in young people presented in lecture?

give family members “space” when they are feeling stressed out

eat meals together

spend time together daily

foster relationship with extended family members

Give family members "space" when they are feeling stressed out

One of the best things parents can do to help minimize unhealthy stress in their children is to examine their own schedule to find ways to reduce their own stress.

True

Which of the following was listed as a helpful suggestion to help adolescents deal with stress?

provide them with free time

teach them self-evaluation skills

help them set manageable goals

all of the above

All of the above