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e.g. irregular period, recurrent cold sores, infections, depression, chronic fatigue
Natural disasters: Earthquake, Tsunami Human-made catastrophes: Crime, Terrorism, War
Grief- emotional response (e.g. sadness, anger, guilt, despair) to interpersonal loss = Identities & future plans permanently altered
-e.g. New job, starting/finishing college, vacation
e.g. Waiting in queue
Impromptu in-class test
going to nightclub for shy person
Short-term: adaptive Long-term: Harmful
Accelerated heart rate quickened breathing increased bp profuse perspiration
(a) Hypothalamus signals adrenal glands - produce more hormones adrenaline & cortisol - release into bloodstream Flood of steroid hormones into bloodstream - chemicals support strength & endurance Endorphins also released - reduce body's awareness of pain signals(b) Concurrent message relayed through Sympathetic division of ANS to Internal organs & glands - arouse body for action
All physiological changes of alarm phase remain in effect Arousal subsidies due to decrease in adrenal output, counter reaction of PNS
Body functions drop back into normal range - fall below normal
e.g. Women who thought had stains acted with lesser confidence, more self conscious, embarrassed- physiological changes
Moderators: Certain personality characteristics moderate stressors & stress = reduce impact of stressful situations on stress Coping Strategies: Learned coping skills = reduce impact of stress on physical & mental health - help prevent stress-related illness Positive Lifestyle choices: Make certain lifestyle choices that serve dual role in stress-illness r/s = feel less stress in stressful circumstances & reduce effects of stress on health
Prone to illnesses
Happier, more free, less stress e.g. diligent studying result in good grades Stressful event: Internals perceive stressor as manageable = lower stress = health benefits
e.g. diligent studying result in good grades Stressful event: Internals perceive stressor as manageable = lower stress = health benefits
More susceptible to stress, depression, other health problems Perceived lack of control = Learned helplessness e.g. How much teacher likes them have decisive effect on grades, no matter how much they study
e.g. How much teacher likes them have decisive effect on grades, no matter how much they study
more positive emotions -> boost immune systems Aids in coping with stress via more active coping strategies
Perception of availability of social support is sometimes sufficient to help confront stressful situation
Involve advance planning Positive: Time management, Goal setting, Assertiveness Negative: Procrastination, Passivity, Aggressiveness
Positive: Time management, Goal setting, Assertiveness Negative: Procrastination, Passivity, Aggressiveness
identify feelings, focusing on them, working thru them Used in situation requiring more acceptance of stressful event e.g. waiting for medical report
Positive: Exercise, Self-care, Engagement Negative: Inactivity, Self-abuse, Disengagement
Recognising thoughts abt situation in more balanced/ realistic manner suitable for people with chronic stress cornerstones of CBT e.g. getting fired offers opportunity to find new enjoyable job
e.g. getting fired offers opportunity to find new enjoyable job
based on belief that best to express -ve feelings
through talking or writing