Pol Pérez

Description of the Issue:

Stress is a common psychological and physiological response to challenging
situations. In teenagers, stress can manifest due to various factors, including
academic pressures, social relationships, family dynamics, and personal
expectations. While a certain amount of stress is a natural part of life, chronic or
excessive stress can have detrimental effects on a teen's physical and mental health.

Impact on Teens:

​ Mental Health: Excessive stress can lead to anxiety, depression, and other
mental health disorders in teenagers. It can manifest as constant worrying,
difficulty concentrating, and mood swings.
​ Physical Health: Stress can contribute to physical health issues such as
headaches, stomachaches, and sleep disturbances in teens. Long-term stress
can also weaken the immune system.

Relevant Data and Statistics:

● According to the American Psychological Association's 2020 Stress in

America report, teenagers reported higher stress levels than adults, with
academic concerns being a significant stressor.
● The National Institute of Mental Health reports that about 32% of adolescents
have an anxiety disorder.

Videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LvW-Oq5GdeE

Articles:

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003211.htm

This link explains the relation between stress and health

https://www.verywellmind.com/stress-and-health-3145086

What is stress. Information about stress.

https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues/stress/

How to deal with stress.

From those links I could get the next information: what’s stress, how to
recognize it, different symptoms caused by it, how to reduce it, secondary
effects of stress, information that could help people recognize when they have
to ask for professional and medical help how to manage it, how to prevent it.
And so much information you’ll find in our presentation.

https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/stress#:~:text=Str
ess%20makes%20it%20hard%20for,or%20eat%20more%20than%20usual.

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/11874-stress

Stress and your health: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

Stress is a feeling of emotional or physical tension. It can come from any event
or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, or nervous.

Prevention and Management Strategies:

​ Healthy Communication: Encourage open dialogue with teens to understand

their sources of stress and offer emotional support.
​ Time Management: Teach time management skills to help teens balance
academics, extracurricular activities, and leisure time.

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