What is stress?

the mental, emotional and physiological response

of the body to any

situation that is new, threatening, frightening or exciting.

Stress is ....

inevitable. (can not be avoided totally)

What does stressor mean?

a stress causing event.

Who is Dr. Hans Selye?

He is a biologist and endocrinologist(MD)

who researched and gave many insights into stress.

What were some of Dr. Selye's main points?

• Defined stress as "nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it.
• Stress is triggered by stressors that can be physical, social, or psychological.
• Stressors can be both positive or negative .

What did Selye call human reactions to

 positive stressors (positive stress)?

eustress

What did Selye call human reactions to

negative stressors (negative stress)?

distress

What are the 5 physiological responses to stress?

• General Adaption Syndrome (GAS)
• Alarm Stage (fight or flight response)
• Resistance Stage
• Recovery Stage
• Exhaustion Stage

GASARRE

Name the 3 types of personalities that affect how one handles stress?

• Type A

• Type B

• Type C

Describe each type.

Type A (most dangerous to heart) competitive, verbally aggressive, hard-driving, unable to relax, very time conscious, easily angered, and hostile.

Type B behavior is the absence of Type A . May be ambitious and successful but generally calmer, more patient and less hurried.

Type C /Hardiness - Thrives and stays well during stress. Has 4 C's          (pg.96)

Challenge

Confidence            

Commitment

Control

What are the 2 main ways of coping with stress?

• physical activity

• relaxation techniques