Stress — definition?
A response to a demanding stimulus.
Stressor — role?
Triggers the stress response.
Internal stressor — example?
Rumination or low self-esteem.
External stressor — example?
Exams or arguments.
Psychological stress components?
Perceptions, emotions, appraisal.
Physiological stress components?
Heart rate, hormones, nervous system.
Acute stress — duration?
Short-term, minutes to hours.
Chronic stress — effect?
Prolonged cortisol, health impact.
Cortisol — function?
Supports energy, modulates immune.
Internal stressors — origin?
Within the individual.
External stressors — origin?
From outside environment.
Fight-or-flight — response?
Immediate survival reaction.
Freeze response — mechanism?
Immobilization to assess threat.
Acute stress response — features?
Rapid adrenaline, increased heart rate.
Chronic stress — hormonal activity?
Prolonged cortisol secretion.
Eustress — meaning?
Positive, motivating stress.
Distress — meaning?
Negative, overwhelming stress.
Stress perception — influence?
Shapes emotional and physiological reactions.
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1. What is stress primarily defined as?
2. According to the course content, what are the two main types of stressors?
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