Stress and Students
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Stress and
StudentsBy Heather Lambert
Stre
ss d
efine
d: Stress is a function of the demands placed on us and our ability to meet them.
Sour
ces o
f Stre
ss
for C
hild
ren
Perceived expectations of
others (parents, teachers,
academics, social groups)Stress of others (adult conversations, fights, divorce, news, natural disasters)Hyper scheduling (little
time to rest, busy) Lack of confidant (caring, listening adult)
Sign
s and
Sy
mpt
oms
Anger, moodinessPhysical symptoms: stomachaches, headachesNew habits: chewing,
tappingWithdrawalOverreaction to minor disturbances
Stre
ss re
duce
rs
Parental involvement and
encouragement to talkNormalize stress: some stress is
normalPreparation: help the student
prepare for stressful situations
Listen and look: be aware of the
child’s needs and communication of
concernsProvide quiet time and time to play,
avoid over-scheduling Coping skills: sharing feelings and
needs, journaling, and reading
books to help model how others
deal with stress
Crea
ted
by:
Heat
her
Lam
bert
Additional Information:http://kidshealth.org/parent/emotions/index.html