week 8 Flashcards
stress
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
Describe the different ways to conceptualize stress highlighted in the content.
Stimulus-based, response-based, and interactional ways are discussed, emphasizing the complexity and challenges in measurement and research
Define the term ‘interactional in the context of stress conceptualization.
Interactional refers to a way of understanding stress that considers both external stimuli and individual responses, highlighting the
dynamic interplay between the two
Describe the stimulus approach in stress management
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
Detine stressors.
Stressors things that push our buttons, including catastropnes significant life changes, and daily hassles that can negatively affect physical and mental well-being.
Describe the impact ot significant life changes as stressors
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
How do daily hassles contribute to stress?
Daily hassles, which are day-to-day challenges, can also contribute
to stress and have a negative impact on physical and mental well-being
What are examples of catastrophes as stressors?
Catastrophes are unpleasant, large-scale events that can cause significant damage to emotional and physical health, contributing to stress and potential health risKs
Explain the concept of cluster crisis in relation to stressors.
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
Describe the interactional approach to stress management.
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
What is the main goal of stress management according to the interactional approach?
The main goal is to reduce perceived stress by re-evaluating the demands of a situation and the individuals coping resources
Describe the physical medical findings associated with stress management
changes in blood pressure, cardiac stress, and gastrointestinal stress
What are some mental health findings linked to stress management?
overall agitation, anxiety. depression, and negative self-image
How does stress contribute to heart attacks and strokes?
Stress can lead to heart attacks and strokes by triggering physiological responses that increase blood pressure and strain on the cardiovascular system
Describe eustress
Eustress is a type of stress that is temporary and considered good, often associated with feelings of excitement and motivation.
Define distress.
Distress is a type of stress characterized by long-term discomfort, anxiety, depression, and potential medical issues.
define chronic stress
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
Differentiate between eustress and distress.
Eustress is a positive form of stress, while distress is characterized by long-term discomfort, anxiety, depression, and potential medical issues.
Differentiate between eustress and distress.
Eustress is a positive form of stress, while distress is characterized by long-term discomfort, anxiety, depression, and potential medical issues.
What are the key differences in perceptions between eustress and distress?
Eustress is perceived as a challenge that can be motivating, while distress is perceived as a threat that leads to discomfort and negative emotions.
Describe some activities that can generate eustress
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
How are anxiety and excitement related according to the content?
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