Stress Vocabulary

A feeling that is created by a reaction to particular events.

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• External Stressor

the type of stress that enhances function (physical or mental, such as through strength training or challenging work)

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• Internal Stressor

the type of stress that is not resolved through coping or adaptation and may lead to anxiety or withdrawal (depression) behavior

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• Stress Reduction

an external stimulus or an event that causes stress. Both negative and positive stressors can lead to stress.

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• Internal Stressor

• External Stressor

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can be physical (infections and other illnesses, inflammation) or psychological (such as intense worry about a harmful event that may or may not occur)

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• External Stressor

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• Stress Management

can include physical conditions (such as pain or hot or cold temperatures) or stressful psychological environments (such as poor working conditions or abusive relationships)

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• External Stressor

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a lessening of the amount of stress (such as reducing the amount of social commitments)

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• Stress Reduction

the lessening of the consequences of stress and especially chronic stress often for the purpose of improving everyday functioning

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• Stress Management

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