With growing social pressures and expectations to do well in school, it’s no surprise that teens are severely stressed and school is the number one cause of stress among teens.

From the results of a survey, it is evident that students have their own way they cope with stress.

Many of the students deal with stress by expressing their emotions. Becca Jones, junior, will “cry until the stress goes away.”

Addison Miller, sophomore, will “cry a lot, then make a list of all the things I need to do… then cry a little more.” Kylee Wallentine, sophomore, said, “I cry in the shower and have mental breakdowns and that seems to make me feel better.”

Corey Hutton, sophomore, said, “I cry, sleep and run.”

She’s not the only student that uses sleep as a way to deal with stress. Courtney Reynolds, sophomore, said, “I take naps and watch a lot of superhero movies.”

Spencer Foster, freshman, said, “I take a nap,” and Logan Lavender, freshman, will “listen to music and take naps.”

It helps a lot of students to get outside and some take part in some light exercise. Tre Dunn, sophomore, said, “I go outside and shoot hoops.”

Thomas Bauman, junior, said he “usually goes outside and whittles.” Ben Marsh, freshman, “goes outside and plays sports or listens to music.”

Mira Romero, sophomore, said, “I take a break from what I’m doing, relax and go outside, chill.”

Many teens go on walks or runs to ease their stress. Emma Doane, junior, said, “I go on a walk.”

Connor Doane, freshman, said, “I take a light jog.” Brandon Wright, junior, said “I take walks in nature and take pictures while I’m walking.”