Stress and Illness Flashcards
1
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What is the engineering model of stress?
A
- External stress gives rise to strain in the individual
- Based on concepts from physics, e.g. Hookes Law
2
Q
What is the physiological model of stress?
A
- Stress defined as what happens within the person
- Stress defined as a particular response irrespective of the external stimuli
3
Q
What are the 2 physiological stress responses?
A
- Pituitary adrenal cortical system
- Sympathetic adrenal medullar system
4
Q
What are the two major appraisal steps in our response to stressful situations?
A
- Primary appraisal is the perception of how threatening a situation is to the individual
- Secondary appraisal is the perception of what coping resources are available
5
Q
What 2 behaviour changes due to stress can lead to disease?
A
- Omission
- Commission
6
Q
Give some examples of omission (3)
A
- Reduced dental care
- Increased missed appointments
- Changes in routine oral care
7
Q
Give some examples of commission (2)
A
- Increased negative coping behaviours (alcohol, smoking)
- Impulsive behaviours (tooth grinding, jaw clenching)
