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Stress as a biological response
The state manifested by a specific syndrome, which consist of all the nonspecifically-induced
changes within a biological system. This is known also as Fight or flight.
Adaptation
Restoration of the body to homeostasis following a physiological and/or psychological response
to stress.
Maladaptive
A failure of the body to return to homeostasis following a physiological and/or psychological
response to stress, disrupting the individuals integrity.
Hans Selye
Who came up with "flight or flight?"
Hans Selye
Who defined stress as the state manifested by a specific syndrome, which consists of all the
nonspecifically induced changes within a biological system"?
General adaptation syndrome (GAS)
Style called stress the general reaction of the body to stress known as?
Physiological needs
,The basic fundamental needs include food, water, air, sleep, exercise, elimination, shelter, and
sexual expression
Safety and security
Needs at this level are for avoiding harm, maintaining comfort, order, structure, physical safety,
freedom from fear, and protection
Love and belonging
Need are for giving and receiving of affection, companionship, satisfactory interpersonal
relationships, and identification within a group
Self-esteem, esteem-of-others
The individual seeks self-respect and respect from others, works to achieve success and
recognition. In work, and desires prestige from accomplishments
Self-actualization
The individual possesses a feeling of self fulfillment and the realization of his or her highest
potential.
Alarm reaction stage
During this stage the response of the "fight or flight" is initiated. Part of (GAS)
Stage of resistance
your body systems start to resist or fight the stressor. If the adaptation occurs the next step is
prevented or delayed. (Part of GAS)
Stage of exhaustion
, Occurs when their is a prolonged exposure to the stressor to which the body becomes adjusted.
The adaptive energy is deleted and the individual can no longer draw from the resources for
adaptation. (Part of GAS)
Epinephrine and norepinephrine run through the bloodstream, pupil dilate, increase in
secretion from the lacrimal glands, respiration increases, heart rate,B/P increase, sphincter
contracts, decrease glycogen synthesis, ureter motility increases, increased sweating.
What are the initial stress responses? "Fight or flight"
Neurotransmitters
chemicals that transmit information across the synapse to a receiving neuron's dendrites
Stress as an environmental event
This event is one that creates changes in the life pattern of the individual, requires significant
adjustment in lifestyle, and taxes available personal resources. The change can be positive or
negative.
Stress as a transaction between individual and environment
This definition of stress is appraised by the individual as taxing or exceeding his or her resources
and endangering her or her well-being.
The utilization of coping strategies in response to stressful situations
What is stress management?
Protect the individual from harm and restore physical and psychological homeostasis
What is adaptive coping strategies?
BC) Certification Exam Guide – Study Tips &
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Stress as a biological response
The state manifested by a specific syndrome, which consist of all the nonspecifically-induced
changes within a biological system. This is known also as Fight or flight.
Adaptation
Restoration of the body to homeostasis following a physiological and/or psychological response
to stress.
Maladaptive
A failure of the body to return to homeostasis following a physiological and/or psychological
response to stress, disrupting the individuals integrity.
Hans Selye
Who came up with "flight or flight?"
Hans Selye
Who defined stress as the state manifested by a specific syndrome, which consists of all the
nonspecifically induced changes within a biological system"?
General adaptation syndrome (GAS)
Style called stress the general reaction of the body to stress known as?
Physiological needs
,The basic fundamental needs include food, water, air, sleep, exercise, elimination, shelter, and
sexual expression
Safety and security
Needs at this level are for avoiding harm, maintaining comfort, order, structure, physical safety,
freedom from fear, and protection
Love and belonging
Need are for giving and receiving of affection, companionship, satisfactory interpersonal
relationships, and identification within a group
Self-esteem, esteem-of-others
The individual seeks self-respect and respect from others, works to achieve success and
recognition. In work, and desires prestige from accomplishments
Self-actualization
The individual possesses a feeling of self fulfillment and the realization of his or her highest
potential.
Alarm reaction stage
During this stage the response of the "fight or flight" is initiated. Part of (GAS)
Stage of resistance
your body systems start to resist or fight the stressor. If the adaptation occurs the next step is
prevented or delayed. (Part of GAS)
Stage of exhaustion
, Occurs when their is a prolonged exposure to the stressor to which the body becomes adjusted.
The adaptive energy is deleted and the individual can no longer draw from the resources for
adaptation. (Part of GAS)
Epinephrine and norepinephrine run through the bloodstream, pupil dilate, increase in
secretion from the lacrimal glands, respiration increases, heart rate,B/P increase, sphincter
contracts, decrease glycogen synthesis, ureter motility increases, increased sweating.
What are the initial stress responses? "Fight or flight"
Neurotransmitters
chemicals that transmit information across the synapse to a receiving neuron's dendrites
Stress as an environmental event
This event is one that creates changes in the life pattern of the individual, requires significant
adjustment in lifestyle, and taxes available personal resources. The change can be positive or
negative.
Stress as a transaction between individual and environment
This definition of stress is appraised by the individual as taxing or exceeding his or her resources
and endangering her or her well-being.
The utilization of coping strategies in response to stressful situations
What is stress management?
Protect the individual from harm and restore physical and psychological homeostasis
What is adaptive coping strategies?
