stress (psychology)

Franny is frustrated when her mother enrolls her in more and more activities that keep her away from her lab, and tries to come up with a solution that will make them both happy.

Examines the stress and academic pressure students of all ages encounter, including homework, standardized tests, college applications, peer pressure, and alternative learning styles.

This book examines studies that show stress can be good for teens, giving them the burst of adrenaline they need to win a race or give an important speech; but too much stress (often called burnout) can cause many different health problems.

Provides basic consumer health information for teens about common causes of stress, the effects of stress on the body and mind, and coping strategies.

"Provides basic consumer health information for teens about common causes of stress, the effects of stress on the body and mind, and coping strategies. Includes index, resource information, and recommendations for further reading"--Provided by publisher.

Offers advice to students on how to recognize and deal with potential crises, featuring vignettes that show a girl who is feeling suicidal after being dumped by her boyfriend, and a victim of bullying who is threatening revenge.

Chronicles the constant angst, hilarity, and self-doubt enmeshed in the experience of going away to college--all through the eyes of an eighteen-year-old burgeoning comics artist.

"When people say they feel stressed out, what exactly do they mean? This volume looks at the topic of stress from physiological and psychological perspectives to explain what processes in the body and mind create this feeling of stress. It considers research on the negative impacts stress can have on the brain and the body over time, and explores some of the common causes of stress, including trauma. While research shows that chronic stress can have a wide range of adverse health impacts, experts also offer advice on how to manage stress and prevent it from having these negative effects"--Provided by publisher.

Provides an overview of stress in adolescence. Discusses various causes of teen stress, stress-related illness, coping mechanisms, and getting help for stress. Features a list of helpful questions for doctors, a glossary, and a list of resources for further study.

"Oscar wants to excel at everything he does, from academics to music. But the pressure to be perfect comes at a price. Oscar is wracked with anxiety. He's so afraid of falling short of expectations and disappointing everyone, he can't sleep. Will joining a special club for kids with anxiety help him conquer his worries, or will the club just create more stress and sleepless nights? This quick-read chapter book includes discussion questions and activities to encourage self-reflection and give readers a deeper understanding of how to manage anxiety"--Provided by publisher.