AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

STRESS AND HEALTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The text defines stress as
A
the experience of conflicting motives that produce anxiety and tension.
B
the method in which we argue with loved ones.
C
physical, emotional, or mental exhaustion.
D
the blocking of an attempt to reach some important goal.
E
A real or perceived circumstance that threatens a person’s well-being.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The text defines stress as? The process by which we appraise and cope with environmental threats and challenges. The general adaptation syndrome describes stages in the? Body’s response to prolonged stress.

Detailed explanation-2: -If you have too much work to do, and you can’t keep on top of your tasks, what you feel is actual stress. Perceived stress is different. It’s more about your feelings about the lack of control and unpredictability than the actual stressors.

Detailed explanation-3: -Stress can be defined as any type of change that causes physical, emotional or psychological strain. Stress is your body’s response to anything that requires attention or action. Everyone experiences stress to some degree.

Detailed explanation-4: -Perceived stress, which reflects the tendency to appraise one’s life situations as stressful and overwhelming, has emerged as a stable predictor for depressive symptoms.

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