LG 4 Flashcards
frustration
the blocking or hindering of goals we are seeking
conflict
a problem that demands a choice between alternatives in order to be resolved
4 types of conflict
approach - approach: choice between 2 alternatives
approach- avoidance: choice whether to do or not (one attractive other not)
avoidance - avoidance: two unattractive alternatives
double approach-avoidance: between two alternative that have both good and bad
anxiety
the feeling that something is wrong and disaster is imminent
stress
the physical strain that results from demands or changes
eustress
the stress that motivates us
bad stress
can cause an individual to feel confused, incapable of making decisions, avoiding contact
distress
stress that is nonproductive and that causes physical problems
fight or flight, animal response
only option is fight or flee
human response to stress
the adrenal gland secretes adrenaline when the lower brain releases stress hormones
type a personality
people who are always operating at full speed, impatient, filled with distress
type b personality
people who are open to change, flexible, enjoy life, low levels of stress
general adaptation syndrome
the events that happen when a person is under stress for too long
stages of general adaptation syndrome
alarm reaction - preparation for an attack
stage of resistance- fight back and try to psychological and physical balance
exhaustion - giving up
substance abuse
“chemical dependence” use of drugs to excess in order to alter consciousness
