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What is a characteristic of acute stress according to the text?
What is a characteristic of acute stress according to the text?
- It typically lasts for an extended period of time.
- Once the stressor is removed, the body returns to its normal state. (correct)
- It can only arise from severe life-threatening situations.
- It doesn't provide any benefits to the brain and body.
Which type of stress can be beneficial as it provides a chance for the brain and body to 'practice' their adaptive response?
Which type of stress can be beneficial as it provides a chance for the brain and body to 'practice' their adaptive response?
- Acute stress (correct)
- General Adaptation Syndrome
- Chronic stress
- Episodic acute stress
What symptom is specifically associated with episodic acute stress?
What symptom is specifically associated with episodic acute stress?
- Pupil dilation
- Muscle tension (correct)
- Fast and heavy breathing
- Chronic headaches
Which situation is most likely to cause chronic stress according to the text?
Which situation is most likely to cause chronic stress according to the text?
What term is used to describe the theoretical framework developed by Hans Selye in the 1930s and 1940s?
What term is used to describe the theoretical framework developed by Hans Selye in the 1930s and 1940s?
Which symptom is specifically associated with chronic stress?
Which symptom is specifically associated with chronic stress?
What is the definition of stress according to WHO?
What is the definition of stress according to WHO?
Which of the following is NOT a physical symptom of stress?
Which of the following is NOT a physical symptom of stress?
What is a stressor?
What is a stressor?
What are signs of acute stress?
What are signs of acute stress?
Which of the following is NOT a mental symptom of stress?
Which of the following is NOT a mental symptom of stress?
How does stress help prompt human responses?
How does stress help prompt human responses?
