AP PSYCHOLOGY

MOTIVATION EMOTION AND STRESS

STRESS AND HEALTH

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which TWO statements are true about types of stress?
A
Distress comes from negative events or pressure.
B
Eustress is good stress. It stems from challenges.
C
Distress is the ability to choose whether or not a situation is going to be harmful to your mental health.
D
Eustress is often referred to as “YOU stress, “ as in you are in a constant state of stress at all times.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Eustress is good stress. It stems from challenges. Distress is the ability to choose whether or not a situation is going to be harmful to your mental health. Eustress is often referred to as “YOU stress, ” as in you are in a constant state of stress at all times.

Detailed explanation-2: -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-3: -Good stress, or eustress, is the type of stress you feel when you’re excited. Your pulse quickens and your hormones surge, but there is no threat or fear. You might feel this type of stress when you ride a roller coaster, compete in a game, or go on a first date.

Detailed explanation-4: -On the other hand, there also exists stress that can be characterized as good, called eustress. Examples of common positive stressors are starting a new job, taking a vacation and learning a new hobby. When you feel eustress, you are motivated to perform well in the situation.

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