12 Questions
What is stress defined as?
A person's physiological response to an external stimulus triggering 'fight or flight'
Which of the following is NOT a physical symptom of stress?
Increased appetite
Which emotional sign is associated with stress?
Hostility
What is one of the cognitive symptoms of stress?
Forgetfulness
How does extreme stress affect health?
It can affect the immune, cardiovascular, and central nervous systems
What can beneficial stress provide?
A boost that provides drive and energy
What are some of the behavioural manifestations of stress?
Compulsive behavior and listlessness
Which of the following is NOT a possible physical disorder caused by stress?
Hyperchondricism
What type of stress coping involves reducing the negative emotional response associated with stress?
Emotion-focused coping
Which of the following is a possible emotional disorder caused by stress?
Anxiety
How does problem-focused stress coping differ from emotion-focused coping?
Problem-focused coping aims to tackle the causes of stress
What are some examples of emotion coping skills mentioned in the passage?
Expressing strong emotions and meditation
Study Notes
Behavioural Symptoms of Stress
- Increased smoking, aggressive behaviours, and substance abuse are behavioural manifestations of stress
- Carelessness, listlessness, compulsive behaviour, and impatience are also signs of stress
Disorders Caused or Exacerbated by Stress
Physical Disorders
- Hypertension, cardiovascular disorders, migraine, tension headaches, cancer, arthritis, respiratory disease, ulcers, colitis, and muscle tension problems are potential physical disorders caused by stress
Emotional Disorders
- Anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and adjustment disorders are emotional disorders that may be caused or worsened by stress
Behavioural Disorders
- Conduct disorders, eating disorders, alcoholism, and hypochondriasm are potential behavioural disorders linked to stress
Stress Coping
Emotion-Focused Coping
- Involves reducing negative emotional responses to stress, such as embarrassment, fear, anxiety, depression, excitement, and frustration
- Techniques include distraction, emotional disclosure, and meditation
- Useful for short-term stress management
Problem-Focused Coping
- Targets the causes of stress in practical ways, tackling the problem or stressful situation
- Techniques include problem-solving, time management, and obtaining instrumental social support
- Helpful for long-term stress management
Definition and Meaning of Stress
- Stress is a physiological response to an external stimulus that triggers the "fight or flight" reaction
- Occurs when perceived demands exceed one's ability to cope
- Can be beneficial in moderation, but excessive stress has health consequences, affecting the immune, cardiovascular, central nervous system, or emotional stability
Signs and Symptoms of Stress
Physical Symptoms
- Increased heart rate, pounding heart, elevated blood pressure, constipation, trembling, twitching, stuttering, nausea, sleep disturbances, fatigue, and chronic pain
Emotional Symptoms
- Irritability, angry outbursts, hostility, depression, restlessness, withdrawal, anxiousness, self-deprecation, obsessive rumination, and reduced self-esteem
Cognitive/Perceptual Symptoms
- Forgetfulness, preoccupation, diminished or exaggerated fantasy life, lack of concentration, diminished productivity, lack of attention to detail, and disorganization of thought
Explore the concept of stress as the body's response to external stimuli, triggering the 'fight or flight' reaction. Learn how stress can be both beneficial and detrimental to one's health and well-being, depending on the individual's coping abilities.
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