Flashcards in Stress Deck (5)
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Stress
Involves a physical and psychological response to an event or change. Refers to both events (stressors) and how we react to the changes (stress reactions).
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General adaptation syndrome (Selye)
Three stage process of stress response: alarm, resistance, exhaustion.
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Personality types
Affect how people respond to stress.
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Type A personality
Stress triggers hostility, anger, competitiveness. Higher risk of wart disease.
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