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During which stage of the reaction to stress does the body prepare for potential defense needs?
Which stage of the reaction to stress involves the body defending itself through fight, flight, or freeze behaviors?
What occurs during the exhaustion stage of the reaction to stress?
Which stage of the reaction to stress results in the reduction of digestive system function to shunt blood to defense areas?
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What do the adrenal glands release during the alarm reaction stage as part of the response to stress?
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What is the wear and tear that life causes on the body known as in the text?
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What are the three stages of reaction to stress according to Hans Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome?
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Which stage of the reaction to stress occurs when the body adapts to stress and responses relax?
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Which type of stressors originate inside a person according to the text?
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Which coping strategy involves dealing with the situation itself to change it into something more manageable?
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According to Hans Selye, what is the non-specific response of the body to any kind of demand made upon it called?
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In terms of handling stress, why do individuals differ according to the text?
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What is the first step in evaluating a situation according to the text?
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What is the term used for the stage where we assess if the demands of a situation outweigh our perceived resources?
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What does GAS stand for in Hans Selye's classification of stressors?
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In the context of stress and coping, what does a problem-focused approach focus on?
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Which term is used to describe a state where demands outweigh resources, resulting in negative stress?
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Which type of coping style involves changing our relationship with a stressful situation?
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Study Notes
Stages of Stress Reaction
- Preparation Stage: Body prepares for defense needs during the alarm reaction phase.
- Defense Behaviors: In the resistance stage, the body utilizes fight, flight, or freeze responses.
- Exhaustion Stage: Occurs when prolonged stress depletes the body's resources, leading to physical and mental fatigue.
- Digestive Function: Reduced during the alarm reaction as blood is redirected to areas essential for defense.
- Hormonal Response: The adrenal glands release adrenaline and cortisol in response to stress during the alarm reaction.
General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)
- GAS refers to the body's non-specific response to stress, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.
- The resistance stage allows the body to adapt to stress, where physiological responses begin to stabilize.
Types of Stressors and Coping Mechanisms
- Internal Stressors: These originate within the individual, affecting their mental and emotional well-being.
- Problem-Focused Coping: This strategy involves directly addressing and attempting to change the stressful situation for better manageability.
- Negative Stress: Often referred to as distress, resulting from demands exceeding perceived resources.
Stress Assessment and Individual Differences
- Evaluation Step: The first step in assessing a situation involves evaluating the stressors against perceived resources.
- Resource Demands: The stage where individuals determine if demands outweigh their resources is critical for stress management.
Coping Styles
- Relational Coping: This style focuses on modifying the relationship with a stressful situation to reduce its impact on the individual.
- Diversity in Stress Handling: Variations in individual responses to stress stem from personal experiences, coping mechanisms, and resilience levels.
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Test your knowledge on the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) and Local Adaptation Syndrome (LAS) in response to stress. Learn about the three stages of reaction to stress, including the alarm reaction stage and the changes in the body's structure and chemical composition.
