week 8 Flashcards

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stress

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A perceived threat (real or imagined) that affects one’s mental, emotional, physical, or spiritual well- being; the physiological response that is activated when the mind perceives a threat

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Describe the different ways to conceptualize stress highlighted in the content.

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Stimulus-based, response-based, and interactional ways are discussed, emphasizing the complexity and challenges in measurement and research

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Define the term ‘interactional in the context of stress conceptualization.

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Interactional refers to a way of understanding stress that considers both external stimuli and individual responses, highlighting the
dynamic interplay between the two

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Describe the stimulus approach in stress management

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The stimulus approach involves measuring stress levels related to various life events and daily challenges, with the goal of making jobs and environments less stressful

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Detine stressors.

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Stressors things that push our buttons, including catastropnes significant life changes, and daily hassles that can negatively affect physical and mental well-being.

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Describe the impact ot significant life changes as stressors

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Significant life changes, such as personal events and life transitions can lead to reported stress by one-half of people in their 20s and one-fifth of those over 65, raising the risk of disease and death

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How do daily hassles contribute to stress?

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Daily hassles, which are day-to-day challenges, can also contribute
to stress and have a negative impact on physical and mental well-being

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What are examples of catastrophes as stressors?

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Catastrophes are unpleasant, large-scale events that can cause significant damage to emotional and physical health, contributing to stress and potential health risKs

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Explain the concept of cluster crisis in relation to stressors.

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Cluster crisis refers to a situation where multiple stressors occur simultaneously, amplifying the overall stress experienced and potentially making the situation worse for an individuals well-being

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Describe the interactional approach to stress management.

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It is a combined approach that focuses on the imbalance between perceived demands and coping abilities, aiming to reduce stress by re-appraising demands and coping resources

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What is the main goal of stress management according to the interactional approach?

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The main goal is to reduce perceived stress by re-evaluating the demands of a situation and the individuals coping resources

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Describe the physical medical findings associated with stress management

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changes in blood pressure, cardiac stress, and gastrointestinal stress

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What are some mental health findings linked to stress management?

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overall agitation, anxiety. depression, and negative self-image

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How does stress contribute to heart attacks and strokes?

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Stress can lead to heart attacks and strokes by triggering physiological responses that increase blood pressure and strain on the cardiovascular system

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Describe eustress

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Eustress is a type of stress that is temporary and considered good, often associated with feelings of excitement and motivation.

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Define distress.

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Distress is a type of stress characterized by long-term discomfort, anxiety, depression, and potential medical issues.

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define chronic stress

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a long-term stress / Chronic stress occurs when the body experiences stressors with such frequency or intensity that the body remains in a constant state of physiological arousal

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Differentiate between eustress and distress.

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Eustress is a positive form of stress, while distress is characterized by long-term discomfort, anxiety, depression, and potential medical issues.

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Differentiate between eustress and distress.

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Eustress is a positive form of stress, while distress is characterized by long-term discomfort, anxiety, depression, and potential medical issues.

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What are the key differences in perceptions between eustress and distress?

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Eustress is perceived as a challenge that can be motivating, while distress is perceived as a threat that leads to discomfort and negative emotions.

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Describe some activities that can generate eustress

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Activities that can generate eustress include striving for a goal, learning something new, engaging in a meaningful project, traveling to a new place, meeting new people, and stretching outside your comfort zone

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How are anxiety and excitement related according to the content?

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Anxiety and excitement are very similar, as they can both be generated by activities that create eustress/ Physiological changes in the body are the same tor both emotions

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Explain the concept of eustress in relation to stress

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Fustress is a positive form
of stress that can lead to feelings of
motivation, exhilaration, or Inspiration, contrasting with negative stress that can be harmtul to ones well-being

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Do all activities that generate eustress also have the potential to create anxiety

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Yes. all activities that can generate eustress, such as striving for a goal or learning something new, also have the potential to create anxiety/ anxiety and
excitement share similarities and can coexist

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What are some examples of events that may trigger eustress?

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events like competition, public presentations, and challenging
meetings may energize the body and require heightened energy and intense focus levels

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How can constant activation of eustress impact its effectiveness?

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Constant activation of eustress may lead to burnout, boredom, overload, or staleness, diminishing its ability to achieve the desired excitation level

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Describe acute stress.

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Acute stress refers to short, occasional episodes of stress that are easier to manage since they are short-term and one ot the least damaging types of stress.

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What is the difference between acute stress and chronic stress?

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Acute stress is short-term and easier to manage, while chronic stress is long-term and can lead to a constant triggering of the body’s stress response

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How can repeated instances of acute stress impact an individual?

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Repeated instances of acute stress can add up to a state of chronic stress, where the body’s stress response is constantly triggered, leading to more severe consequences.

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Resilience

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Resilience refers to a dynamic process encompassing positive adaptation within the context of significant adversity

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stress response model by Hans Selye

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Hans Selye proposed a 3-phase model: general adaptation syndrome (GAS): alarm-resistance-exhaustion

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What is the role of the HPA axis in the stress response according to Hans selyes General Adaptation Syndrome?

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The HPA axis involves the release of hormones like CH, ACTH, cortisol, and adrenaline to prepare the body for physical action during stress.

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Define allostasis in the context of stress response.

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Allostasis refers to the body’s ability to maintain stability through
change, such as the regulation of cortisol to manage stress

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Define Allostatic Overload in the context of stress.

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Allostatic overload refers to the long-term wear and tear on the body due to chronic stress and the body’s inability to adapt effectively

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how does persistent cortisol exposure impact the body according to Hans Selye’s General Adaptation Syndrome?

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Persistent cortisol exposure can lead to damage to the hypothalamus and dysregulation of the stress response, resulting in symptoms like depression, anxiety, memory impairment, and fatigue

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Define acceptance in the context of mindfulness

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Acceptance in mindfulness refers to acknowledging and embracing
whatever thoughts or feelings arise without judgment or resistance

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What are some elements often involved in mindfulness practices?

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Awareness, focus. acc eorance. ano ooservation are commo elements in mindfulness practices

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Do studies suggest that stress directly causes sickness in people?

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Studies indicate that stress does not directly make people sick, but It can reduce the immune systems ability to function optimally

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Describe mindfulness in the context of stress management techniques

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Mindtulness involves focusing attention on the present, heightening awareness, and accepting what is, without judgment

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Describe the relationship between stress and the immune system.

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Stress hormones can suppress the immune system. leading to
reduced optimal functioning.

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How does the sympathetic nervous system respond during the Alarm stage of stress according to Hans Selye’s General Adaptation Syndrome?

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It triggers the fight or flight response, increasing heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, and energy availability

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Define the function of Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone (CH) in the stress response

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CH is released by the hypothalamus to stimulate the pituitary gland to release ACTH, initiating the release of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline

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role of endorphins in the human body

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endorphins act as natural pain relievers and are produced in response to stress, helping induce a sense of well being and relaxation.

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activities that can help increase endorphin production in the body

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endurance exercise/ controlled breathing/ meditation/ pleasant recreation/ pleasant music etc..

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How can serotonin and melatonin contribute to overall well-being in the body?

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Serotonin is involved in regulation and melatonin is a sleep-inducing
hormone; when produced at higher levels along with endorphins, they can contribute to a more persistent sense of well-being and relaxation.

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Define hydrotherapy and its role in stress management

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Hydrotherapy involves the use of water for therapeutic purposes, such as warm water bathing or exercise, to help induce relaxation and reduce stress levels in the body.

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Do different individuals have varying preferences for activities that boost endorphin production?

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Yes, activities like pleasant music, meditation, humor, or certain foods can vary in effectiveness based on individual taste and preferences for stress relief.

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Describe stress-related coaching in the context of health.

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Stress-related coaching in health focuses on addressing stress, resilience, and overall wellbeing through a multimodal approach.

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What does a multimodal approach to coaching entail in relation to stress and health?

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A multimodal approach considers cognitive, benavioral, emotive, and physiological symptoms and responses to stress and health issues

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How does sharing coaching models and tools contribute to sustained change?

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Sharing coaching models and tools transparently helps individuals internalize insights and effectively become their own coach, maximizing the likelihood of sustained behavioral or psychological change.

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Describe the core principles of the Solution Focused coaching approach.

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Keep coaching simple, do something different, stop doing what doesn’t work, keep doing what works, and don’t fix what isn’t broken.

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What is the role of Motivational Interviewing in coaching?

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Motivational Interviewing involves listening for ‘change talk’ and using OARS: Open-ended questions, Affirmations, Reflective listening, and Summaries to help clients persuade themselves to change.

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How does mindfulness training contribute to coaching for health goals?

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Mindfulness training before coaching has been shown to help clients achieve health goals

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What are some key elements of the coaching technique of drawing
attention to past successes?

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Highlighting strengths, noticing change, and establishing small next steps are key elements of drawing attention to past successes in coaching.

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Define the Solution Focused coaching approach.

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A coaching approach that focuses on simplicity, doing something different, stopping what doesn’t work, continuing what works, and not fixing what isn’t broken.

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How can imagery techniques be utilized in stress coaching?

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Imagery techniques like end-goal imagery, mastery imagery, rehearsal imagery, and coping imagery are used to help individuals become aware of unhelpful imagery and develop more constructive ones