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21 Cards in this Set
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Stress |
the body's reaction to everyday challenges and demands |
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Stressor |
anything that causes stress |
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What are the categories of stress? |
biological, environmental, situation, cognitive, behavioral |
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biological |
illnesses, disabilities, or injuries |
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environmental |
poverty, pollution, crowding, noise or disasters |
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cognitive |
the way you perceive the world and how it affects you |
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behavioral |
negative reactions in the body or mind to drugs, alcohol, and other factors |
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situation |
death of a pet, divorce, relationship trouble |
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alarm response |
fight or flight |
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chronic stress |
stress associated with long term problems beyond a person's control |
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psychosomatic response |
a physical reaction that results from stress |
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resilience |
the ability to adapt effectively and recover from disappointment, difficulty or crisis |
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Ways to be resilient |
extra-curricular activities develop a sense of purpose be honest stand up for your beliefs develop a positive outlook about the future |
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Ways to manage stress |
engage in physical activity eat a nutritious diet get support from family and friends find a relaxing activity avoid tobacco, alcohol, and drugs rest don't over schedule plan ahead |
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symptoms of stress |
upset stomach headache insomnia change in appetite feeling anxious |
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examples of psychosomatic response |
asthma headache high blood pressure weak immune system |
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perception |
the act of becoming aware through the senses |
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protective factors |
conditions that shield individuals from the negative consequences of exposure to risk |
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interpersonal communication |
an exchange of thoughts, feelings, and beliefs between two or more people |
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active listening |
paying close attention to what someone is saying and communicating |
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active listening skills |
direct eye contact appropriate body language using I instead of you set aside assumptions dont interrupt (rude) |
