Stress Management for Fifth Graders: Techniques and Strategies

Question 1

What is the first step in managing stress?

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Finding out what's making you stressed

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Talking to a grown-up for help

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Thinking of ways to cope with stress

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Taking a break from everything

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a helpful thought when dealing with stress?

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I'm going to fail.

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I can do this.

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I'm strong enough.

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It's not my fault.

Question 3

What's the first thing you should do when creating a stress management plan?

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Identify what causes you stress

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Practice relaxation techniques

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Set realistic goals

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Reward yourself for progress

Question 4

What's the most important thought to keep in mind when dealing with stress?

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It's temporary

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There's always a solution

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You are not alone

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Stress is a good thing

Question 5

What's the first step in recognizing stress?

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Noticing physical and emotional clues

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Talking to a counselor

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Trying relaxation techniques

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Avoiding stressful situations

Question 6

How does exercise help reduce stress?

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By releasing endorphins

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By slowing down your heart rate

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By increasing your blood pressure

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By making it harder to sleep

Question 7

How can talking to a trusted grown-up help with stress?

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They can offer support and advice

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They can solve all your problems

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They can make you feel worse

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They can make you more anxious

Question 8

Which relaxation technique involves focusing on the present moment?

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Meditation

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Yoga

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Visualization

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Progressive muscle relaxation

Question 9

How can time management help reduce stress?

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By organizing tasks and reducing procrastination

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By filling your schedule with even more activities

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By making you feel more stressed out

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By causing sleep problems

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a typical symptom of stress?

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Increased joy

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Headaches

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Upset stomach

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Difficulty sleeping

Question 11

What's the initial step in handling stress effectively?

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Identify your sources of stress

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Exercise frequently

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Take deep breaths

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Talk to a friend or family member

Question 12

Which of these is a healthy way to cope with stress?

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Spending time in nature

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Binge-eating junk food

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Playing video games for hours

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Drinking lots of soda

Question 13

What makes positive stress different from negative stress?

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Positive stress is helpful, while negative stress is harmful.

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Negative stress is helpful, while positive stress is harmful.

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All stress is harmful.

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There's no difference between positive and negative stress.

Question 14

When problem-solving for stress management, what's the first thing to do?

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Identify the problem

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Find a solution

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Put the solution into action

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Check if the solution worked

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a healthy way to manage stress for a 10-year-old child?

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Eating a lot of unhealthy foods

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Talking to a grown-up you trust

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Exercising or playing a sport

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Taking deep breaths and counting to 10

Question 16

When you feel stressed, what is the first step in managing stress in a healthy way?

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Figure out what's causing the stress

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Ignore the stress

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Try to fix the problem right away

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Ask for help from someone you trust

Question 17

True or False: Stress can be both good and bad.

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True

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False

Question 18

If a friend tells you they are feeling overwhelmed and stressed, what is the best way to respond?

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Listen to them and let them know you're there for them

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Tell them to stop worrying so much

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Ignore them

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Tell them what to do

Question 19

In a healthy stress management plan for children, it is important to:

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Take care of yourself and do things that make you happy

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Only focus on getting rid of the things that cause stress

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Never ask for help from others

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Try to ignore your feelings

Question 20

What's the first step to managing stress in a healthy way?

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Figure out what's causing you to feel stressed

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Do some fun activities to relax

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Talk to a grown-up you trust about your stress

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Try to avoid things that make you feel stressed

Question 21

True or False: It's not helpful to talk about your stress with others.

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False

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True

Question 22

Which of these is NOT a sign that you might be experiencing too much stress?

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Having more energy than usual

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Trouble falling asleep

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Feeling like you can't handle things

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Getting sick more often

Question 23

True or False: Exercise can be a good way to reduce stress.

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True

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False

Question 24

What should you do if you're feeling stressed and can't manage it on your own?

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Talk to a teacher, counselor, or your parents

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Keep your feelings to yourself

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Try to handle everything by yourself

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Give up on what you're working on

Question 25

Which of these is a healthy way to cope with stress?

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Taking slow, deep breaths

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Pacing around the room

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Counting to 100 in your head

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Punching a pillow

Question 26

What is the main purpose of learning stress management techniques?

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To learn how to deal with stress more effectively

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To make stress disappear completely

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To always feel calm and happy

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To avoid stressful situations as much as possible

Question 27

Which of these activities is NOT a healthy way to manage stress?

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Eating unhealthy snacks

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Talking to a friend

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Taking a short break

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Exercising

Question 28

What's a problem with only using avoidance and suppression to deal with stress?

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They don't help you solve the problem causing the stress.

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They can make it harder to face your problems.

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They can lead to unhealthy habits, like overeating or avoiding people.

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They are easy to do and don't require any effort.

Question 29

Which of these strategies is a long-term solution for managing stress?

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Learning relaxation techniques like deep breathing and meditation

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Taking a walk to clear your mind

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Talking to a trusted adult about your feelings

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Practicing deep breathing exercises when you feel stressed

Question 30

How can kids handle stress in different places like school, home, or with friends?

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Find what causes stress in each place and make special plans to deal with each one.

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Use the same way to handle stress no matter where you are.

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Stay away from things that might cause stress to avoid feeling stressed.

Question 31

What is mindfulness?

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Paying attention to the present moment without judgment

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Thinking about all the good things in your life

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Trying to control your thoughts and feelings

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Worrying about the future

Question 32

What is the difference between short-term stress and long-term stress?

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Short-term stress goes away quickly, while long-term stress lasts for a long time

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Short-term stress is more harmful than long-term stress

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Short-term stress can't be managed, while long-term stress can

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They are both equally harmful

Question 33

When can stress be beneficial?

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When it helps you prepare for a test or competition.

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When it makes you feel overwhelmed and anxious.

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When it makes you want to give up.

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When it hurts your body.

Question 34

Your body can show signs of stress. Which of these might happen to a kid feeling stressed?

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Aches and pains

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Upset stomach

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Feeling sad

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Feeling nervous

Question 35

How can parents and teachers collaborate to help children develop effective stress management strategies?

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Establish a supportive environment where children feel comfortable expressing their emotions and seeking assistance.

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Provide children with a list of stress management techniques and expect them to use them independently.

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Punish children for exhibiting signs of stress to encourage better stress management.

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Disregard children's stress and prioritize their academic performance.

Question 36

How can communication and problem-solving skills help us manage stress?

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They let us talk about our feelings and get help from others.

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They help us stay away from things that stress us out.

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They can make us more stressed if we're not good at them.

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They only work for managing stress at school.

Question 37

How do mindfulness and meditation help kids deal with stress?

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They help kids calm down their bodies and minds.

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They help kids solve their problems faster.

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They help kids stay away from stressful situations.

Question 38

Which relaxation technique involves focusing on the present moment to calm your mind and body?

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Mindfulness

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Deep Breathing

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Positive Visualization

Question 39

Which of the following actions helps manage stress in a healthy way?

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Exercising regularly

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Eating too much

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Smoking cigarettes

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Avoiding spending time with friends

Question 40

True or False: It is okay to experience stress sometimes.

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True

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Sometimes

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False

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Never

Question 41

Which of these signs indicates that you might be experiencing too much stress?

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Difficulty sleeping

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Improved concentration

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Feeling joyful

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Increased energy

Question 42

What is the purpose of practicing deep breathing in stress management?

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To slow down the heart rate and calm the nervous system

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To improve digestion

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To increase blood pressure

Question 43

True or False: It is best to avoid situations that cause stress.

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False

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Sometimes

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Never

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True

Question 44

What is the first step in creating a stress management plan?

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Identifying your stressors

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Talking to a therapist

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Practicing relaxation techniques

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Creating a schedule

Question 45

Which of the following is a cognitive strategy for managing stress?

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Positive self-talk

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Exercise

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Deep breathing

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Yoga

Question 46

True or False: Talking to a trusted adult can be a helpful way to deal with stress.

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True

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Sometimes

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False

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Never