Question

a) scenario analysis: read the scenario and answer the questions.
jordan is feeling overwhelmed with schoolwork, sports, and family responsibilities. they are not sleeping well and feel irritated most days.

i) identify two warning signs that jordan may be struggling with their mental or emotional health.
(1)
(2)
ii) what is one unhealthy coping strategy jordan might be tempted to use? why would this be harmful?

iii) suggest two healthy coping strategies jordan could try instead.
(1)
(2)

b) smart goal
i) create a smart goal jordan could use to reduce stress.
(1) specific:

(2) measurable:

(3) achievable:

(4) relevant:

(5) time - bound:

Explanation:

Part a) i)

Warning signs of mental/emotional health struggles often include changes in sleep patterns and mood. Jordan not sleeping well (sleep disturbance) and feeling irritated most days (persistent irritability) are clear indicators.

Part a) ii)

An unhealthy coping strategy could be avoiding responsibilities (e.g., skipping schoolwork, sports, or family tasks). This is harmful because it would increase stress in the long run as tasks pile up, worsen relationships, and reduce a sense of accomplishment, further damaging mental health. Another example: using substances (like alcohol or drugs) to numb feelings. Harm: Substances can disrupt physical health, lead to addiction, and don’t address the root cause, worsening mental health over time.

Part a) iii)

Healthy coping strategies involve addressing stress constructively. Time management (e.g., creating a schedule to balance responsibilities) helps organize tasks and reduce overwhelm. Mindfulness/relaxation (e.g., meditation, deep breathing) reduces anxiety and improves sleep. Exercise is also good, as it releases endorphins to boost mood.

Part b) i)

A SMART goal for stress reduction:

• Specific: Reduce stress by managing time for schoolwork, sports, and family.
• Measurable: Track daily stress levels (on a 1 - 10 scale) and time spent on each responsibility.
• Achievable: Start with a 30 - minute daily schedule for tasks and 10 minutes of relaxation.
• Relevant: Better time management directly reduces overwhelm from multiple responsibilities.
• Time - bound: Achieve a stress level of ≤ 5 (on 1 - 10) within 2 weeks.

Answer:

a) i)

(1) Not sleeping well
(2) Feeling irritated most days

a) ii)

One unhealthy coping strategy: Avoiding responsibilities (e.g., skipping schoolwork, sports, or family duties). Harm: It increases stress as tasks accumulate, damages relationships, and reduces self - esteem, worsening mental health. (Or other valid examples like substance use, with corresponding harm explanation)

a) iii)

(1) Practice time management (e.g., create a daily schedule)
(2) Engage in mindfulness (e.g., 10 - minute meditation daily)

b) i)

(1) Specific: Reduce stress by organizing time for schoolwork, sports, and family responsibilities.
(2) Measurable: Track daily stress on a 1 - 10 scale and time spent on each task.
(3) Achievable: Follow a 30 - minute task schedule and 10 - minute relaxation daily.
(4) Relevant: Better time management lowers overwhelm from multiple roles.
(5) Time - bound: Achieve stress level ≤ 5 within 2 weeks.