5. Life SituationsEnvironmentalBiologicalCognitive ThinkingPersonal Behavior School demandsUnsafe neighborhood Changes in bodyPoor self-esteemTalking on a busy schedule Problems with friends, bullying MediaIllnessPersonal appearanceRelationship issues Peer pressureNatural disastersInjuryNot fitting inSmoking Family problems, abuseThreat of terrorist attacks DisabilityUsing alcohol or other drugs Moving or changing schools War Breaking up with girlfriend or boyfriend Global warming

8. 1. Alarm begins when the hypothalamus, a small area at the base of the brain, receives danger signals from other parts of the brain. The hypothalamus releases a hormone that acts on the pituitary gland. 2. The pituitary gland secretes a hormone that stimulates the adrenal glands 3. The adrenal glands secrete adrenaline. Adrenaline is the “emergency hormone” that prepares the body to respond to a stressor. Physical Symptoms Dilated pupils Increase in perspiration Faster heart rate and pulse Rise in blood pressure Faster respiration rate Narrowing of arteries to internal organs and skin Increased blood flow to muscles and brain Increase in muscle tension Release of blood sugar, fats and cholesterol

10. Alcohol or drugs to relieve stress may create more problems if a person begins abusing these substances Difficulty concentrating Irritability Mood swings

12. Avoid tobacco, alcohol and other drugs: Using tobacco, alcohol and other drugs in an attempt to relieve stress will harm the body and cause more stress

15. Resiliency helps you handle difficulties and challenges in healthy ways and achieve long- term success in spite of negative circumstances.

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