AP PSYCHOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Some of the stress that you face in life can be more detrimental to your well-being, and some types of stress can actually be healthy. One type of beneficial stress is known as eustress. Eustress refers to stress that leads to a positive response.

Detailed explanation-2: -Eustress-the effect of positive events, or the optimal amount of stress that people need to promote health and well-being.

Detailed explanation-3: -Emotionally, eustress can result in positive feelings of contentment, inspiration, motivation, and flow. Psychologically, eustress helps us build our self-efficacy, autonomy, and resilience. Physically, eustress helps us build our body (e.g., through completing a challenging workout).

Detailed explanation-4: -Eustress is a kind of stress that encourages us to try a new hobby, learn new skills, and even step outside our comfort zone. It makes us feel good while we work toward our goals, go through significant life changes, or start new chapters in our lives. It’s a stress response that benefits us.