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Stress is the body's automatic physical reaction to real or imagined forces.
Stress is the body's automatic physical reaction to real or imagined forces.
True
What are the key signs of stress affecting mental health?
What are the key signs of stress affecting mental health?
Constant state of alertness and anxiety, leading to exhaustion and possibly depression.
Stress can affect the circulatory system by causing headaches, heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes.
Stress can affect the circulatory system by causing headaches, heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes.
True
Stress has an effect on every system of the body.
Stress has an effect on every system of the body.
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Compare and contrast eustress with distress.
Compare and contrast eustress with distress.
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Change in diet, sleep patterns, and routine are all __________ signs of stress.
Change in diet, sleep patterns, and routine are all __________ signs of stress.
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What are the features of general adaptation syndrome?
What are the features of general adaptation syndrome?
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How can stress actually be a good thing?
How can stress actually be a good thing?
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What are some of the physical signs of stress?
What are some of the physical signs of stress?
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Positive, short-term, motivating, and inspiring stress is called __________.
Positive, short-term, motivating, and inspiring stress is called __________.
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Study Notes
Understanding Stress and Its Impacts
- Stress is the body's automatic physical reaction to real or imagined threats.
- Prolonged exposure to stress can lead to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression.
Signs and Effects of Stress
- Constant alertness and anxiety indicate stress affecting mental health.
- Stress can impact the circulatory system, leading to headaches, heart attacks, strokes, and diabetes.
- Stress affects every system in the body, causing a wide range of health issues.
Eustress vs. Distress
- Eustress: Positive, short-term stress that energizes and motivates individuals.
- Distress: Negative stress, which can be short or long-term, often resulting from disruptions to routine and leading to potential mental or physical trauma.
Behavioral Signs of Stress
- Changes in diet, sleep patterns, and routine are behavioral signs of stress.
General Adaptation Syndrome
- General adaptation syndrome consists of three stages:
- Alarm: Initial fight-or-flight reaction characterized by hormone surges and increased heart rate.
- Resistance: Body's use of stored energy to either confront or avoid the stressor.
- Exhaustion: Burnout phase where prolonged stress diminishes the body's ability to cope, possibly compromising health.
Positive Aspects of Stress
- Stress can enhance alertness and provide energy needed to cope with challenges.
- It can protect against harm and sharpen concentration during stressful situations.
Physical Signs of Stress
- Common physical symptoms include headache, dry mouth, heartburn, constipation, depression, and insomnia.
Definition Quiz
- Eustress is defined as positive, short-term, motivating stress.
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Test your knowledge on stress and its effects on health with this interactive flashcard quiz. Explore definitions and key signs of stress affecting mental well-being. Perfect for students or anyone interested in understanding stress better.
