SSM Maheshwari Public School, Ladvi

A.Y. 2024-25
Class-X
Sub: IT-402 Stress Management and Its Techniques
A. Multiple Choice Questions:
1. ______________ create a chaotic atmosphere in a person’s life and lead to a state of
emotional disturbance known as ‘stress’.
(a) Endless greed (b) Achieving our goals
(c) Pressure from the society (d) All of these
2. The factor(s) that may bring about negative changes in a person suffering from stress are
____________.
(a) Threat (b) Peer pressure (c) Financial loss (d) All of these
3. ____________ provides us with energy and motivation to achieve our goals.
(a) Stress (b) Eustress (c) Distress (d) Anxiety
4. Stress management covers all the tools that alleviate _____________ stress, which could
otherwise provide to be a lethal disease.
(a) Temporary (b) Low (c) Chronic (d) None of these
5. Stressors can be categorized as _____________ stressors.
(a) Positive (b) Dangerous (c) Irrelevant (d) All of these
6. Stress is an/a _______________ response of the nervous system to any threat, challenge or
problem.
(a) Automatic (b) Deliberate (c) Delayed (d) Fast
7. Physical exercise helps to raise _____________, which are chemicals in the brain that act
as natural painkillers.
(a) Enzymes (b) Endomorphins (c) Ectomorphins (d) Leucocytes
8. Exercise helps in __________________.
(a) Building immunity (b) Proper functions of organ systems
(c) Both (a) & (b) (d) None of these
9. Meditation brings a sense of ___________.
(a) Self – awareness (b) Depression (c) Anxiety (d) Stress
10. While vacationing with family and friends, one is able to _______________.
(a) Deepen social relation (b) Break the monotonousness of life
(c) Admire nature’s beauty (d) All of these
11. A/an __________ person is wholly responsible for the outcome of the task which he has
undertaken.
(a) Resourceful (b) Self-motivated (c) Independent (d) Confident
12. Which of the following is not one of the keys to becoming independent?
(a) Self-awareness (b) Self-care (c) Self-motivation (d) Self-regulation
13. _____ are too focused on what others think and fail to focus on what matters to them.
(a) Introspectors (b) Seekers (c) Pleasers (d) Aware
B. Fill in the Blanks:
1. Stress can be viewed as a disease that is afflicting people of all age groups.
 2. Stress causing agents are known as stressors which can be self- induced or external.
3. Stress is a reaction to any external stimuli that triggers changes in our personality.
4. Stress does not always have a negative impact on us.
5. Stress management includes a pool of techniques that assist individuals to eradicate anxiety
and negative thoughts.
6. Stress management infuses a sense of control and accomplishment.
7. In Fight or Flight response, the body reacts spontaneously to protect itself from any
unfavourable situation.
8. Yoga reduces the level of cortisol which is the stress hormone.
9. Meditation is a natural and inexpensive way that provides immunity to stress.
10. Nature walk induces the basic qualities of living in harmony, peace, and cooperation.
11. People who have a low degree of both internal self-awareness may be categorised as
seekers.
12. Self-regulation involves being able to control reactions to emotions like frustration or
excitement.
13. Independent people are likely to be more confident on handling problems affecting their
lives.
14. External self-awareness requires understanding how other people perceive us.
15. Extrinsic - motivation refers to the behaviour of a person that is driven by the desire to
attain some reward.
C. Answer the following questions -
1. What is the definition of stress?
Ans. Stress can be defined as a reaction to any external stimuli that triggers changes in our
personality.
2. What effects do stressors have on humans?
Ans. Stressors have an adverse effect on the physical, emotional, behavioural or mental health of
a human being.
3. Do all individuals respond to a stressful situations in the same way?
Ans. Level of stress vary according to an individual’s way of perceiving it. Each person responds
to various situations differently.
4. Which gap does stress management help to fill in and how does it help?
Ans. Stress management helps to bridge the gap between the available resources and the
unrealistic demands surroundings them. It equips you with the ability to handle any situation
efficiently.
5. How does stress management bring positive change in the outlook and lifestyle of a person?
Ans. Stress management boosts the immune system and makes one healthy. It emphasises on a
balanced diet, sound sleep, and exercise. Thus, it brings a positive change in the outlook and
lifestyle of a person.
6. Why is yoga practiced?
Ans. Yoga is practiced for self – development, enlightenment of the soul, and spiritual growth. It
helps in relieving stress and uplifting our mood.
7. How does one practice meditation?
Ans. During meditation, one needs to focus on a single point – an image, chanting of a mantra or
regulating one’s breathing.
 8. Name some stress management techniques.
Ans. Some stress management techniques includes physical exercise, yoga, meditation, vacations
with family and friends and taking nature walks.
9. In what situation do vigorous forms of exercise help?
Ans. In a frustrating situation, a person starts feeling stressed. Here, more vigorous forms of
exercise like weight training provide a way to vent out negative feelings.
10. Why is it important to regularly take some time out of our busy schedule to appreciate
nature’s beauty?
Ans. The fluttering of leaves, the sound of water flowing, soft breeze, brightly-coloured blossoms
– all have a calming effect on our minds and help us to de-stress.
11. Write any three characteristics of an independent person.
Ans. a) An independent person is aware of his own feelings and character; observes and evaluates
his behaviour and correct his mistakes.
b) An independent person takes initiative rather than being told what to do. He doesn’t
require constant assistance or supervision to complete the task.
c) He takes ownership of his mistakes without looking for excuses.
12. What are the skills involved in self-motivation?
Ans. The following skills are involved in self-motivation
a) Setting high but realistic goals.
b) Taking an appropriate level of risk.
c) Looking for constant feedback in order to improve.
d) Being committed to personal or organisational goals.
e) Utilising opportunities.
f) Continuing to pursue goals despite setbacks.
13. List any four elements that keep a person motivated.
Ans. a) Personal drive to achieve , the desire to improve , or to meet specific standards.
b) Commitment to personal or organisational goals.
c) Initiative or readiness to act on opportunities.
d) Optimism, which is the ability to be more organised , have excellent time management
skills , and more confidence.
14. What are the key elements required to develop self-regulation?
Ans. Self-awareness , emotional intelligence , efficient filtering of sensory stimulation , coping
effectively with stress , relating well to others , and sustaining focus are some of the
important elements required to develop self-regulation.
15. Define stressors. What are the different types of stressors?
Ans. Stress causing agents are called as stressors. Some factors that can contribute to stress are :
1) Threat
2) Dangerous situation
3) Social pressure
4) Unrealistic goals
5) Expectations
6) Bad experiences
7) Financial Loss
8) Discrimination