Which of the following is a behavioral sign of stress?

• A. Forgetfulness
• B. Headache
• C. Procrastinating
• D. Quietness

Answer: (C)

Behavioral signs show up as observable actions or changes in behavior under stress. Procrastinating, meaning delaying tasks or putting off decisions, is a clear behavioral response to stress. When workload and pressure mount, someone may delay starting or completing tasks as a coping mechanism, which is why this option best represents a behavior linked to stress.

Forgetfulness points to cognitive effects—memory lapses rather than an active behavior. A headache is a physical symptom, not a behavior. Quietness is a change in demeanor, which can be caused by many factors and isn’t as specifically tied to stress in terms of observable action as procrastinating is.