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Most teens experience more stress when they sense that a situation is difficult or dangerous.

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I have an overwhelming amount of homework, but I still want to participate in other extracurriculars, sports, and volunteering opportunities to prepare for college.

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1. Overwhelmed

2. Scared

3. Tired

4. Nervous

5. Stressed

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1. Academic Stress - Comparing their success to their peers.

2. Trouble sleeping - Excessive homework and late-night studying habits.

3. Social pressure - Not fitting in with other peers and being left out.

4. Changes - Teens go through puberty and can face overwhelming changes to their bodies.

5. Family Challenges - Teens can face family conflict, divorce, illness, violence, or financial hardship.

6. Changing Schools - Moving or dealing with homelessness can make a teen feel bad about their living situation.

7. Mental Illness - This can affect individuals of all ages, but teens are likely to experience depression or anxiety.

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Managing stress allows you to effectively organize your mind. Without it, your body may constantly be on high alert which can lead to chronic stress and serious health problems, including mental illness.

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1. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate.

2. Be active and exercise regularly.

3. Be organized, accomplish your tasks for the day

4. Get plenty of sleep.

5. Try to eat healthy and well-balanced meals.

6. Slow down and take your time on your assignments.

7. Connect with people and ask for help.

8. Set aside leisure time every day.

9. Listen to calm music.

10. Hang out with your friends.

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Journaling and scrapbooking are one way I handle stress. I usually do this during the weekends while watching a TV show. This is effective for me because it clears my head before the week starts and allows me to be creative.

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1. Deciding to overwork yourself.

2. Indulge in comfort/emotional eating.

3. Impulsively spend money on meaningless items.

4. Rely on others to do your work.

5. Excessive screen time and procrastination.

6. Being physically violent to others.

7. Isolation and sleeping too much.

8. Having angry outbursts.

9. Drinking alcoholic beverages.

10. Doing drugs and other substances.

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10 Effects of Stress (Physical, Behavioral, Psychological, General health)

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10 Effects of Stress (Physical, Behavioral, Psychological, General health)

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1. Mental health issues (depression, anxiety, etc).

2. Excessive weight gain or loss.

3. Memory or concentration impairment.

4. High blood pressure.

5. Irritability or aggression.

6. Insomnia or being unable to sleep for a sufficient amount of time.

7. The risk of a heart attack or any other cardiovascular issue.

8. Hair loss, dull brittle, hair, and acne.

9. Decreased hormone production and libido.

10. Constipation or bloating.

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It's important to manage your stress effectively in a way that builds positive habits. Here are a list of resources near you:

Local & School

ERHS Guidance Counselors: They are available for immediate personal/social-emotional concerns. https://sites.google.com/pgcps.org/erhsguidance/

Greenbelt CARES: A Youth and Family Services Bureau specializing in family counseling and crisis intervention. https://www.greenbeltmd.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/16568/637146849950370000

Community

Prince George's Crisis Services: Provides support and treatments. https://www.thesantegroup.org/where-we-work/prince-georges-county-md/

Sankofa Health Center: Mental Health clinic in Laurel, Maryland. https://www.sankofahealthcenter.com/