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Stressor

A situation/ event that triggers physical and emotional reaction
Eustress

Stress triggered by a pleasant stressor
Examples of eustress:

First date, wedding
Distress

Stress triggered by an unpleasant stressor
Examples of distress

Taking a test, family member death
What is the name for the three stages of depression?

General Adaptation Syndrome
Stage 1

Alarm: Fight or flight
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.
Stage 2

Resistance
Stage 3

Exhaustion
Stage 1 Characteristics
- Adrenalin is released
- Body is prone to injury/disease
- Headaches, indigestion, anxiety
Stage 2 Characteristics
- Body begins to cope with the added stress
- Uses much energy to maintain "normal" functioning
Stage 3 Characteristics
- Mental and physical
- Once stressor is removed