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What is the difference between distress and eustress?
What is the difference between distress and eustress?
- Eustress focuses on emotional well-being; distress focuses on physical health.
- Both types of stress are harmful to health.
- Distress is always negative while eustress can be positive. (correct)
- Eustress is caused by external factors; distress is internal.
What role do stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol play in the body?
What role do stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol play in the body?
- They help to replace lost blood in the body.
- They slow down mental processes to conserve energy.
- They decrease heart rate and improve digestion.
- They prepare the body for action by increasing heart rate and blood flow. (correct)
Which type of stress is indicated as beneficial for the immune system?
Which type of stress is indicated as beneficial for the immune system?
- Distress
- Chronic stress
- Acute stress
- Eustress (correct)
What is implied about the stress management industry?
What is implied about the stress management industry?
When should an individual seek professional help regarding stress?
When should an individual seek professional help regarding stress?
How is the perception of stress typically viewed by society?
How is the perception of stress typically viewed by society?
According to studies, what happens to the brain during periods of mild stress?
According to studies, what happens to the brain during periods of mild stress?
Which statement accurately reflects the concept of chronic stress?
Which statement accurately reflects the concept of chronic stress?
What is the interpretation of regular mild stress?
What is the interpretation of regular mild stress?
Flashcards
Stress
Stress
A state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from demanding circumstances.
Chronic Stress
Chronic Stress
The type of stress that is harmful and can lead to negative health outcomes.
Mild Stress
Mild Stress
The type of stress that is beneficial and can improve health and performance.
Stress Hormones
Stress Hormones
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Fight-or-Flight Response
Fight-or-Flight Response
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Distress
Distress
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Eustress
Eustress
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Stress Management
Stress Management
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Stress Management Industry
Stress Management Industry
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Stress Balance
Stress Balance
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Study Notes
Stress: Is it Bad for You?
- Stress is often portrayed as harmful, but a small amount is necessary for good health
- It's not the absence of stress, but the type and amount of stress that's crucial
Types of Stress
- Distress: Negative, creates feelings of unhappiness and disheartened
- Eustress: Positive, results in positive feelings such as happiness
- Chronic Stress: A persistent, heavy toll on a person (e.g., challenging job, unhappy home life)
- Mild Stress: Brief stressful events that are not severely damaging
Stress: A Biological Response
- Stress triggers a release of adrenaline and cortisol from the body's glands
- These hormones elevate heart rate and blood flow to the brain/muscles, preparing the body for action
Benefits of Mild Stress
- Regular mild stress can strengthen the immune system and reduce neurological disease risk (like Alzheimer's)
- Physiological response, like exercising muscles, strengthens the brain, keeping it in good working order
Misconceptions About Stress
- Many articles and the news focus on stress as a harmful entity
- Most experts disagree that a small amount of stress is necessarily a negative experience
- The stress management industry is, to a degree, exaggerating issues by creating many treatments for a condition that in reality is not requiring treatment
How to Deal with Stress
- Differentiate between chronic (harmful) and mild/occasional stress:
- Seek help if experiencing chronic stress
- Don't panic about mild stress, treat it as a normal part of life
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