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Chapter 13: The Challenge of Change

Check Your Answers: Section Review Answer Keys

Section 13.1 Facing Change

1. They are resilient and aware of what is going on in their world. They anticipate change and plan to take advantage of it. They act to overcome barriers to change. They look for positive solutions to the problems brought by change. They are leaders who help others work through change.
2. Management skills such as planning, identifying and using resources, decision-making skills, problem-solving skills are all helpful when dealing with change.

Practice Academic Skills

3. Answers will vary. It could be easier for young children because they are more adaptable, they are responsive to parental support, they make friends easily. It could be easier for teens because they understand the situation better, have more self-control, have the maturity to have a positive attitude.
4. Answers will vary depending on the disaster. Student reports should detail the disaster and how it was dealt with by families and the community.

Section 13.2 Stress Management

1. Symptoms can be physical, mental, or emotional. Stress tends to attack where the person is weakest.
Symptoms can include: a pounding heart, physical weakness, dizziness, neck and back pain, sweating, headaches. People may sleep too much or not be able to sleep. They may be irritable, depressed, tense, or afraid.
2. Stress can be limited by maintaining good health and managing life well.

Practice Academic Skills

3. Answers will vary. If possible, help students copy and distribute their handout to others.
4. Epinephrine is a hormone released from the adrenal glands when danger threatens. It gets the body ready to fight or run when it is threatened. It boosts the supply of oxygen and glucose to the brain and muscles; prepares the body for action; makes the heart beat faster, dilates the pupils, increases blood sugar, breaks down fat cells; and suppresses the immune system.