Coping with Stress
This worksheet helps grade 9 students understand stress, identify its causes and effects, and learn healthy coping mechanisms.
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Coping with Stress
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet is designed to help you understand and manage stress effectively.
1. Which of the following is NOT typically a physical symptom of stress?
Headaches
Increased energy
Muscle tension
Difficulty sleeping
2. Which type of stress is generally short-term and can be beneficial?
Chronic stress
Acute stress
Distress
Eustress
3. A major test or presentation can be a common for many students.
4. Changes in family dynamics or friendships can lead to stress.
5. Ignoring stress will make it go away.
True
False
6. Engaging in regular physical activity can be an effective stress management technique.
True
False
Match each coping strategy with its description.
7. Mindfulness
a. Setting priorities and managing your time effectively.
8. Time Management
b. Focusing on the present moment to reduce anxiety.
9. Social Support
c. Connecting with friends, family, or mentors for help.
10. Describe one healthy coping mechanism you currently use or would like to try when feeling stressed.