Flashcard on Stress and Health

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What is the definition of stress according to the World Health Organization?

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A state of worry or mental tension caused by a difficult situation

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What type of stress is characterized by a short-term demand or change?

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Acute Stress

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Which of the following is a symptom of chronic stress? Feeling overwhelmed, Nightmares, Muscle tension in the back, neck, and shoulders, Increased heart rate

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Muscle tension in the back, neck, and shoulders

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What is episodic acute stress?

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Stress from a single, isolated stressful event

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Which stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome involves the body's initial response to stress?

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Alarm Stage

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What can prolonged stress lead to in the exhaustion stage?

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Chronic fatigue and burnout

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What is a common cause of exam stress among university students?

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High expectations

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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of acute stress? Feeling overwhelmed, Tightness of the chest, Increased heart rate

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Difficulty sleeping

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What is a potential effect of performance anxiety on students?

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Difficulty recalling information during tests

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What does chronic stress often result from?

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Daily low-grade demands and threats