Stress – Flashcards

Any physical or physiological event or condition that produces both physical and emotional responses.

Physical and emotional response to a stressor.

The general physical and emotional state that accompanies the stress response.

Automatic nervous system (ANS).

Activated during times of arousal, including exercise or in a state of emergency (fear, pain, anger).

Restores the body to homeostasis after stress response. Working when we are in a state of relaxation. Aids in digestion, energy storage and promoting growth.

Airway passage dilate to allow more oxygen into the lungs, increase heart rate for more blood flow and oxygen, increased blood pressure and perspiration, skeletal muscles contract readying for action, endorphins are released, dry mouth, digestion is halted, bladder relaxes, and hearing and vision become more acute.

Stress level, performance and well-being.

The ability to adapt and grow from stress and adversity. Non-reactive homeostatic, positive growth and general adaptation syndrome.

Eustress is good stress and distress is bad.

Physical, emotional and behavioral.

Migraine, stomach ache, insomnia and nausea.

Anger, frustration and irritability.

Crying, not eating and nail biting.

In control, competitive, leader, impatient, aggressive and high stress.

Relaxed, not as frustrated, tolerant and low stress level.

Doesn't talk about things, suppresses feelings and high stress.

Cardiovascular disease, psychological issues, altered immune system and others.

PTSD, depression, anxiety, panic attacks and eating disorders.

Colds, viruses and allergies.

Digestive problems, tension headaches or migraines and insomnia.

The sum of cognitive, behavioral and emotional tendencies.

Daily hassles, school stressors, social stressors and internal stressors.

Losing cell phones or keys and being late for the bus.

Academic stress, social/interpersonal stress, time pressure and worries about the future.

Prejudices, discrimination, bullying and virtual social stress.

Pressure to reach goals, continually evaluating one's own process and performance and how unrealistic goals infringe on self-esteem.

Social support, exercise, nutrition, communication, sleep, hobbies, time management, journaling, cognitive techniques and relaxation techniques.

Problem-solving, mindfulness, meditation, modify expectations, setting goals, stay positive, practice affirmations, take control and sense of humor.

Mantras.