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Compare problem-focused and emotion-focused coping.
Problem-focused targets the stressor; emotion-focused manages emotional reactions to stress.
Compare eustress and distress.
Eustress is positive and motivating; distress is negative and overwhelming.
Compare the fight-or-flight response and the tend-and-befriend response.
Fight-or-flight involves confrontation or escape; tend-and-befriend involves nurturing and seeking social support.
Compare the alarm reaction and exhaustion phases of GAS.
Alarm reaction is the initial response; exhaustion is when resources are depleted.
Compare the effects of acute and chronic stress.
Acute stress is short-term, while chronic stress has long-lasting negative impacts on health.
Compare the resistance and exhaustion phases of GAS.
The resistance phase is when the body actively copes with stress, while the exhaustion phase occurs when resources are depleted.
Compare the effects of problem-focused coping and avoidance coping.
Problem-focused coping addresses the root cause of stress, while avoidance coping temporarily avoids the stressor without resolving it.
Compare the impact of physical abuse and emotional neglect as ACEs.
Physical abuse involves direct harm to the body, while emotional neglect involves a lack of emotional support and care.
Compare the short-term and long-term effects of meditation on stress.
Short-term meditation reduces immediate anxiety, while long-term meditation promotes overall well-being and resilience to stress.
Compare the effectiveness of medication and therapy in managing stress.
Medication can provide immediate relief from symptoms, while therapy addresses the underlying causes of stress and promotes long-term coping skills.
What are the three stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)?
Alarm Reaction, Resistance Phase, Exhaustion Phase.
List the steps in problem-focused coping.
Identify stressor, analyze the problem, generate solutions, implement solution, evaluate outcome.
What happens during the alarm reaction stage of GAS?
Body recognizes stressor; activates fight-or-flight response; releases hormones like adrenaline and cortisol.
What is the body trying to do during the resistance phase?
The body attempts to cope with the stressor, maintaining high arousal to defend against it.
What are the consequences of the exhaustion phase?
Body's resources are depleted, leading to fatigue, burnout, and increased vulnerability to illness.
What is the effect of chronic stress on the immune system?
Weakened immune system, increased susceptibility to illness.
What is the effect of ACEs on adult health?
Increased risk of mental health disorders, substance abuse, and chronic diseases.
What is the effect of the exhaustion phase on the body?
Depleted resources, fatigue, burnout, increased vulnerability to illness.
What is the effect of problem-focused coping on stress levels?
Reduced stress levels by addressing and resolving the source of stress.
What is the effect of emotion-focused coping on mood?
Improved mood and reduced negative feelings associated with stress.
What is the effect of eustress on motivation?
Increased motivation and drive to achieve goals.
What is the effect of distress on performance?
Hindered performance and decreased well-being.
What is the effect of social support on stress?
Reduced stress and increased feelings of well-being.
What is the effect of mindfulness on anxiety?
Reduced anxiety and increased present moment awareness.
What is the effect of deep breathing on physiological arousal?
Reduced physiological arousal and increased relaxation.
What is the effect of chronic stress on hypertension?
Increased risk of hypertension