anxiety and stress Flashcards
what is physiological stress?
stress that affects the body’s structure and function such as diseases or mobility issues
what is psychological stress?
arises from life events associated with work, personal relationships
what is situational stress?
random and unpredictable events such as hurricanes, accidents; can manifest into depression
what is eustress?
beneficial or good stress that produces motivating and focused energy
what is developmental stress?
associated with different stages of life (peer pressure, graduation)
what is distress?
events that can be a threat to health status such as finances, COVID-19 pandemic
what is time-related stress?
the inability to meet demands (rushing)
what is anticipatory stress?
stress that relates to upcoming or future event such as an exam or work deadlines
what is General Adaptation Syndrome?
occurs when certain adaptive hormones are released and cause changes in the structure and chemical composition of the body
who created the GAS?
Hans Selye
what is stage 1 of GAS?
alarm reaction; fight or flight is intiated
what is stage 2 of GAS?
stage of resistance (adaptation); parasympathetic system activated to attempt to return body to normal state
what is stage 3 of GAS?
stage of exhaustion; when the body responds to prolonged exposure to stressors; person may be at risk for developing stress-related health conditions if they cannot manage stress levels at this stage
characteristics of mild anxiety
increased questions and no vital sign changes (increased arousal)
characteristics of moderate anxiety
voice tremors, focus on particular object, slight increase in vital signs (narrowed focus)
