Motivate your class members (and yourself) to manage stress with this short video that explores what happens to the brain when it is exposed to continual stress.

Concepts

stress management

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Additional Tags

health

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Instructional Ideas

• Have class groups research various methods of stress reduction and management
• Combine with other TED-Ed videos on the body's reaction to stress

Classroom Considerations

• The focus of the video is on the effects of stress on the brain; however, some information on how to control stress is also included

Pros

• The resource includes the video, a short quiz, a discussion prompt, and links to related materials

Cons

• None