Question

sorting stress
directions: each numbered statement below describes a stressor that can occur in adolescence. if the stress is positive (meaning it helps you reach your goals) write positive in the space provided. if the stress is negative (a stress that prevents you from doing what you need to or stress that causes discomfort) write negative. review your student text for assistance.

1. trying out for the school play.
2. a friend offering you a beer at a party.
3. traveling to a foreign country.
4. taking a scuba diving class.
5. interviewing for a job.
6. arguing with your sister.
7. a missing pet.
8. being so busy with activities you do not have time to eat dinner.
9. experiencing a natural disaster in your community.
10. a good friend gets really sick.

Explanation:

1. Trying out for the school play.

Trying out for the school play can help achieve a goal (like pursuing a passion for acting), so it's positive stress.

Underage drinking (assuming adolescence) is harmful and prevents healthy choices, so it's negative stress.

Traveling to a foreign country can be a growth - inducing experience that helps achieve goals (like cultural learning), so it's positive stress.

Answer:

positive

2. A friend offering you a beer at a party.