Advanced Behavior 1 & 2 Flashcards
stress
occurs when stimuli threaten the optimal state of an individual
Is the stimuli for stress always a real threat?
no (perceived by the individual)
Stress Effect on Performance
happy medium - don’t be depressed, but don’t have an anxious meltdown
stressor
stimulus that can induce stress
Two Categories of Stress
- Physiological
- Psychological
Examples of Physiological Stressors
hunger, thirst, temperature, illness
Examples of Psychological Stressors
social conflicts, rough handling, unpredictable environment,lack of choice, insufficient exercise or stimulation, separation anxiety
4 Biological Defense Systems
- Behvioral responses
- Autonomic nervous system
- Neuroendocrine system
- Immune system
Which biological defense system has the longest lasting effects?
neuroendocrine
Which biological defense system has the shortest lasting effects?
autonomic nervous system
Differences in stress response can be attributed to ____? (3)
- different stressors
- differences between animals
- differences within an animal
Biological resources
animals have a level of normal function with saved reserves for perodical and unexpected events
distress
occurs when stress response threatens an animal’s well-being/welfare
What four factors can make stress into distress?
- Duration (acute/chronic)
- Intensity
- Predictability
- Controllability
Stress Induced Pathologies
-altered growth
-suppression of repro fxn
-behavioral pathologies
-disease/medical condition