Unit 5 Health Pysch Flashcards
Health psychology
a subfield of psychology that studies the relationship between psychological factors and physical health
Stress and immune suppression, hypertension, headaches
Physiological response affecting health negatively.
Stressors (Eustress vs Distress)
E:Positive stress that motivates and enhances performance.
D:Negative stress causing anxiety and health issues.
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Traumatic events impacting long-term health outcomes.
General Adaptation Syndrome (alarm, resistance, exhaustion)
Three-stage response to stress: alarm, resistance, exhaustion.
Fight-Flight-Freeze Response
Automatic reaction to perceived threats or danger.
Tend and Befriend Theory
Response to stress involving nurturing and social support.
Problem-Focused Coping
Strategies aimed at solving stress-inducing problems.
Emotion-Focused Coping
Managing emotions through techniques like meditation.
Positive Psychology
Study of factors contributing to well-being and happiness.
Subjective Well-Being
Individual’s self-assessment of happiness and life satisfaction.
Resilience
Ability to recover from adversity and stress.
Posttraumatic Growth
Positive change following traumatic experiences.
Positive Emotions
Feelings that enhance well-being and life satisfaction.
Signature Strengths & Virtues
Unique qualities contributing to personal fulfillment.
Posttraumatic Growth
positive psychological changes as a result of struggling with extremely challenging circumstances and life crises
Wisdom
Ability to make sound judgments and decisions.
Courage
Mental strength to confront fear and adversity.
Humanity
Compassion and kindness towards others.
Justice
Fairness and equity in treatment of individuals.
Temperance
Self-control and moderation in behavior.
Transcendence
Experiencing a sense of connection beyond oneself.
Gratitude
Appreciation for what one has and experiences.
