Module 42 Flashcards
(6 cards)
Attempting to alleviate stress directly -by changing the stressor or the way we interact with that stressor
Problem - focused coping
Alleviating stress using emotional, cognitive, or behavioral methods
Coping
Attempting to alleviate stress by avoiding or ignoring a stressor and attending to emotional needs related to one’s stress reaction
Emotion-focused coping
Sustained exercise that increases heart and lung fitness; may also alleviate depression and anxiety
Aerobic exercise
A system for electronically recording, amplifying, and feeding back information regarding a subtle physiological state, such as blood pressure or muscle tension
Biofeedback
Unproven healthcare treatments not taught widely in medical schools, not used in hospitals, and not usually reimbursed by insurance company
Complementary and alternative medicine