10 Ways to Cope with Stress for Adolescents. Adolescence is an evolution from childhood to adulthood. Many changes are happening in the body that will cause stress in normal adolescents. Life can be taxing. And there are little things that seem daunting. Everyday routines, pressures, and tasks can cause stress too. When you’re going through stress, your body responds by releasing hormones that lead to heightened energy levels. We know this as the fight-or-flight response.