5 - Stress

Question 1

stress

Answer 1

a physiological response to demands; coping with X demand may exceed a person’s capacity/resources

Question 2

challenge stressors

Answer 2

demands perceived as opportunities for learning/growth

Question 3

hindrance stressors

Answer 3

demands hindering progress toward a goal

Question 4

primary appraisal

Answer 4

initial evaluation of a stressor - is it stressful?
(no –> benign job demand)

Question 5

secondary appraisal

Answer 5

how can I cope w/ X stressor?

Question 6

coping

Answer 6

behaviors/thoughts people use to respond to stress

Question 7

problem-focused coping methods

Answer 7

behavioral methods: ex. work harder, seek assistance

cognitive methods: ex. strategize, self-motivate

Question 8

emotion-focused coping methods

Answer 8

behavioral methods: ex. seek support, vent

cognitive methods: ex. avoid, distance, ignore, or look for the positive

Question 9

physiological strain

Answer 9

ex. illness, high blood pressure

Question 10

psychological strain

Answer 10

ex. depression, anxiety, burnout

Question 11

behavioral strain

Answer 11

ex. drug use, teeth grinding, overeating

Question 12

type A behavior pattern

Answer 12

strong sense of urgency, impatience, competitive, hard-driving

Question 13

____ _____ buffers effects of stress on strain

Answer 13

social support

Question 14

___________ lead to _______ which leads to _______

Answer 14

stressors; stress; strain