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Help children to keep a check on their Stress Balloons



          CONTENT & CALM                           POSITIVE STRESS                      TOLERABLE STRESS                             TOXIC STRESS



















        Feel good chemicals released into the   Temporary and mild increase in stress   Significant increase in stress hormones   Stress response system activated for too
        body through positive experiences e.g.   hormones. E.g. a new experience, a    yet buffered by supportive network of   long. Not enough protection to act as
        good connections or success in tasks.   challenging task, an exam or an        family, friends and colleagues. E.g. death   buffers. E.g. ongoing violence or neglect.
        Leads to repair to the body and        interview.                              of a loved one or serious incident.     Leads to long term health issues &
        greater resilience in times of stress.   Leads to resilience, confidence &     Leads to adaptation & recovery.         Executive Function Skill difficulties.
                                               good coping skills.
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