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Feeling Stressed?
You are not alone. Let's understand what might be going on.
What This Might Feel Like…
Feeling stressed is something many young people experience. Stress is your body’s response to pressure or demand. A small amount of stress can help you focus and stay motivated. But when it builds up or lasts for a long time, it can start to feel overwhelming.
Feeling under pressure
Irritable or snappy
Trouble sleeping
Feeling overwhelmed
Difficulty concentrating
Wanting to avoid everything
Feeling under pressure Irritable or snappy Trouble sleeping Feeling overwhelmed Difficulty concentrating Wanting to avoid everything
Causes
Stress happens when you feel like the demands placed on you are bigger than the support or resources you have to cope. It can be linked to:
– Exam pressure or revision overload
– Friendship fallouts
– Relationship difficulties
– Family problems
– Feeling like you have to be perfect
– Balancing school, home, and social life
Get Support
If stress is constant, overwhelming, or affecting your sleep, mood, or school life, you deserve support. Speak to a trusted adult, teacher, school nurse or GP.
Reaching out for support can be very hard, but remember you are not alone. Use our easy guide, to get advice on how best to ask for help.
What Helps?
Stress can feel heavy, but small actions can make a big difference:
Create a simple revision plan
Take regular breaks
Break tasks into smaller steps
Downloadable Resources
Understanding your stress can feel confusing, especially when lots of small things start to build up. That is why we have created a Stress Bucket worksheet to help you see what is filling your bucket and what helps to empty it.
If you cannot print it at home, ask your school to print a copy for you, or complete it on a computer.
Things to help
From figuring out your feelings to finding practical ways to handle stress or support someone close to you, we are here to give you the tools, guidance and support you need.
Volunteering
Volunteering with us is a chance to make a real difference for young people, and to support the students, teachers and families who stand alongside them.