chapter 4 lessons 1, 2, 3 Flashcards
what is perceptions?
The act of becoming aware through the senses.
what is stressors?
Anything that causes stress
what is a psychosomatic response?
A physical reaction, which results from stress rather than from an injury or illness.
what is chronic stress?
Stress associated with long-term problems that are beyond a person’s control.
what is a relaxation response?
A state of calm.
what is stages of grief?
A variety of reactions that may surface as an individual makes sense of how a loss affects him or her.
what is closure?
Acceptance of loss.
what is coping?
Dealing successfully with difficult changes in your life.
what is mourning?
The act of showing sorrow or grief.
what is a traumatic event?
Any event that has a stressful impact sufficient to overwhelm your normal coping strategies.
