general adaptation syndrome (GAS)

Question 1

alarm (phase 1)

Answer 1

• body’s stress mechanism is activated
• brain sends signals to the hypothalamus
• stress related hormones increase
• heart rate and blood pressure increase

Question 2

resistance (phase 2)

Answer 2

• response system begins to show signs of strain
• stress related illnesses occur as the immune system becomes compromised
• situation becomes chronic

Question 3

exhaustion (phase 3)

Answer 3

• long term stress levels can make the body very tired
• the body uses all it’s energy