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Hong Kong is a fast-paced(快節奏) city. Some people are under tremendous (巨大的) stress. No one likes to admit that he or she can't meet all the expectations from parents. You may not even realise that you are under pressure. Adolescence(青春期) can be a very stressful time for young people since they face pressure from exams, parents and peer group.
How can I tell whether I am under stress?
Your own bodies do respond to stress in some ways. If you suffer from headaches, frequent colds, sleep problems very often, you are probably under pressure. When you are under pressure, you get sick easily because your immune system(免疫系統) is affected adversely(負面).
How can teenagers deal with stress overload?
Think in a positive way. Going to school might be a way to motivate yourself and to meet new friends. If someone bullies(欺凌) you in school, tell you parents and teachers.
Develop a hobby. Play music or your favourite sport with your friends. Learn something new e.g. drawing, guitar. It doesn't matter if you can't do something perfectly but just as an amateur(業餘).
Share your feelings. Say what you think to someone you trust. Never hold your feelings within. If you are afraid of telling your friends or parents, turn to the social worker in school or doctor for professional advice. They are people whom you can trust.
Stress is not always bad. It can drive you to move forward if you can handle it well. Let us do an exercise together now:
Get a pen and a paper. Then, make a list of the things that cause your stress like "I failed an exam", "my parents blame me", "I was bullied by a friend". Think of the ways that I can solve these problems: work harder next time? Tell my parents my feelings? Turn to social worker for help? Accept the fact that you can't control everything in life.
Never try to escape your problems by using drugs and alcohol. It's very dangerous since they can damage your health. Be willing to take risk and make changes from now on but don't overwhelm(壓倒) yourself with tasks that you can't handle. Understand your limits. You have to learn how to express yourself and say no.
Think in a positive way! You can make success happen! ■By Lily Poon
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