Help
Options
Didn't know it?
click below
click below
Knew it?
click below
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
retry
shuffle
restart
0:00
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Normal Size Small Size show me how
Chapter 6
Managing the Stress in Your Life
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Stress | body's physical and psychological reactions to situations people perceive as threats |
| Stressors | factors that lead to stress |
| Technostress | type of stress caused by the constant presence of technology |
| Eustress | positive stress that encourages growth and motivation |
| Distress | stress that causes negative feelings and harmful health effects |
| Trauma | extreme stress due to deeply disturbing events |
| Toxic Stress | stress caused by repeated, long-lasting exposure to severe stressors, such as neglect and abuse, violence, or loss of a loved one |
| Fight-or-flight Response | physiological stress reaction in which the body mobilizes its resources to fight off or escape from a perceived threat; also called the stress response |
| Relaxation Response | physiological reaction in which the body returns to its resting state after a stressful event |
| Nervous System | body system that consists of the brain, spinal cord, and nerves that trade information throughout the body |
| Endocrine System | body system that consists of glands, which secrete hormones to regulate body processes |
| Stress Hormones | chemicals that coordinate the fight-or-flight response; include epinephrine, norepinephrine, and cortisol |
| Cardiovascular System | body system that transports blood throughout the body; consists of the heart and blood vessels |
| Immune System | body system consisting of organs, tissues, and cells that defend against infection |
| Digestive System | body system consisting of organs that take in foods, pass nutrients from these sources into the bloodstream, and then expel waste out of the body |
| Reproductive System | body system consisting of organs that work together to create new human life; is different between males and females |
| Cognition | ability to think, reason, and remember |
| Stress-related Disorder | mental illness that develops as a result of stressful events; examples include acute stress disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) |
| Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) | stress-related disorder characterized by flashbacks, feelings of numbness, and difficulty sleeping after an extremely stressful event |
| Burnout | state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion |
| Stress Management | process of using strategies to reduce the impact of the stress response and handle threatening situations in positive ways |
| Time Management | practice of devoting the appropriate amount of time to each task, only committing to tasks you have time for, and prioritizing tasks; helps people reach goals and reduce stress |
| Positive Reappraisal | act of thinking about the good aspects of stressful events |
| Visualization | relaxation technique that involves imagining one's self in a pleasant environment |
| Progressive Muscle Relaxation | relaxation technique that involves imagining one's self in a pleasant environment |
| Body Scan | relaxation technique that involves paying careful attention to the body, scanning it for signs of tension, and then releasing that tension |
| Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (MBSR) | act of using relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing, visualization, focused attention, and guided movements, while focusing intensely on the present |
Created by:
RISD_Health
Popular Health & Social Care sets