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What does McEwen define stress as?
What does McEwen define stress as?
- A reaction followed by recovery processes
- A state of threatened homeostasis
- A cumulative wear and tear of the body
- A word used to describe experiences that are challenging emotionally and physiologically (correct)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of acute stressors?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of acute stressors?
- Standing in a long line
- Hassles
- Bereavement (correct)
- Violent attack
What is the adaptive capacity to deal with stress known as?
What is the adaptive capacity to deal with stress known as?
- Homeostasis
- Fitness (correct)
- Stress recovery processes
- Allostatic load
What may compromise the recovery processes after stress reactions?
What may compromise the recovery processes after stress reactions?
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How is allostatic load defined in the context of stress?
How is allostatic load defined in the context of stress?
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