AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

MOTIVATION AND EMOTION

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A stress-producing event or situation
A
stressor
B
instinct
C
incentive
D
biofeedback
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -What is a stressor? A stressor is the stress-producing event or situation. Stressors differ from one person to the next. For example, a Spanish exam may be a major stressor for a first year Spanish student, but extremely easy for someone whose primary language is Spanish.

Detailed explanation-2: -A stressor is an event or situation that causes stress. Just about anything can be a stressor as long as it is perceived as a danger. (Remember: Stress is a response to danger.

Detailed explanation-3: -A stressor is anything that causes the release of stress hormones. There are two broad categories of stressors: Physiological (or physical) stressors and Psychological Stressors.

Detailed explanation-4: -5 types of stress: Environmental, postural, emotional, dental and nutritional.

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