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Stressor
A situation/ event that triggers physical and emotional reaction
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Eustress
Stress triggered by a pleasant stressor
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Examples of eustress:
First date, wedding
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Distress
Stress triggered by an unpleasant stressor
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Examples of distress
Taking a test, family member death
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What is the name for the three stages of depression?
General Adaptation Syndrome
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Stage 1
Alarm: Fight or flight
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What does the term "fight or flight" mean?
When in a specific situation, your body gives you the ability to either fight the issue or avoid it.
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Stage 1 Characteristics
- Adrenalin is released
- Body is prone to injury/disease
- Headaches, indigestion, anxiety
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Stage 2 Characteristics
- Body begins to cope with the added stress
- Uses much energy to maintain "normal" functioning
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Stage 3 Characteristics
- Mental and physical
- Once stressor is removed
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