Managing Stress

Question 1

Define acute stress*

Answer 1

The body prepares to defend itself

Question 2

How long does it take for the metabolism to return to normal after an acute stress response?*

Answer 2

90 minutes

Question 3

Define chronic stress*

Answer 3

Stimulated by various factors in life - expenses, work, family, health

Occurs when a continuous state of acute stress responses keeps the body on constant alert

If left uncontrolled, this stress affects your health, your body, and immune system

Question 4

Define eustress*

Answer 4

Stress in daily life that has positive connotations - marriage, promotion, baby, winning, new friends, graduation

Question 5

Define distress*

Answer 5

Stress in daily life that has negative connotations - divorce conflict, injury, negative thoughts/feelings, financial problems, work difficulties

Question 6

Define resilience. Is it a fixed attribute?*

Answer 6

The ability to adapt well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats or significant sources of stress

It is not a fixed attribute - it is dynamic and can be taught, developed, and enhanced

Question 7

Define mindfulness*

Answer 7

The psychological process of purposely bringing one’s attention to experiences occurring in the present moment without judgement, which one develops through the practice of meditation and through other training

Question 8

Describe progressive relaxation*

Answer 8

A method of decreasing muscular tension to promote a relaxation response

Question 9

Describe and list 4 different on-the-spot relaxation techniques*

Answer 9

1. Breathing techniques
2. Meditation
3. Prayer
4. Mental imagery