Stress theory, stress physiology, social, gender, and ethnic influences on stress reactivity, health consequences of stress and stress management methods. 4 hours lecture/discussion. Interdisciplinary GE Synthesis course for Sub-area B4 or D4.…
Selye estimated that the inability to adjust successfully to life situations and stress is at “the very root of the disease producing conflict (i.e., improper reactions to life situations)” (Wiley, 2000, on-line). Suffice to say, stage three is not a desirable level to reach when dealing with stressors. The general adaptation syndrome reflects Selye’s belief that an “ever increasing proportion of people die from the socalled wear and tear diseases, diseases of civilization, or degenerative diseases, which are primarily stress” (Wiley, 2000, on-line). While stress has positive implications (in manageable doses), such as increasing one’s level of alertness and cognition, its negative implications are the main focus of attention in the literature. Motowidlo, Packard, and Manning (1986) define stress as an “unpleasant emotional experience associated with elements of fear, dread, anxiety, irritation, annoyance, anger, sadness, grief, and depression” (p. 618). Ullrich and Fitzgerald (1990) write, “stress is a result from an imbalance between the demands of the workplace and the individual’s ability to cope” (p. 1013). Stress is usually associated with the environment or situation in which it is being experienced. For example, occupational stress is “the harmful physical and emotional responses that occur when the requirements of a job do not match the capabilities, resources, or needs of the workers” (National Institute…
This activity examines the way that psychologists conceptualize stress, emphasizing that stress is a biopsycho-social process. You will explore the sources of stress in your own life, review your body’s…
Stress–it affects many of us daily, hourly, and by the minute. How can we deal with these overwhelming feelings in our everyday lives? Some people will create their own ways of coping by drinking, smoking, or engaging in harmful, toxic drugs that can alter their quality of life. A good number of trained physicians might tell you that just plain…
This essay will present examples of what can potentially cause stress and discuss strategies that can be used to alleviate stress. The reasons for medical compliance and non-compliance when dealing with stress related issues will also be discussed as well as suggestions given for strategies to extend medical compliance. A detailed view will be presented demonstrating how lifestyle behaviours can enhance or worsen physical well-being and methods to manage pain, that stress can cause, will be offered.…
Stress, as defined by Oxford English Dictionary, is a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances. Everyone will encounter some sort of stress throughout their day to day lives. This is normal a perfectly healthy. Once stress becomes ongoing people begin to develop Chronic Stress. Chronic stress can lead to many health problems and while it still affects the body the same a regular stress it becomes dangerous due of long-term exposure. The question is what does stress do that can be so dangerous and lead it to be called a silent killer.…
This paper will discuss the different definitions of stress, it will then go on to discuss how stress affects an individual by describing and evaluating two different models of stress.…
It is believed there are three identifiable models of stress; things that happen to a person (not what happens within a person), things that happen within a person and thirdly, stress that arises from interactions with people and their environment. (Richard D. Gross. pg 186). There are also differences in how people attempt to cope with the stresses they face in everyday…
Stress is something unavoidable in our lives. After taking the scales and scoring what I cannot say, I was surprised with my results. There were eight scales that we had to take and then score. With this process, we then create our own stress profile. The first scale was “Stressed Out” on this I scored 23. I compared my score to the examples given in age, gender, and marital status. I scored above average and I would consider myself stressed more so than others. On the second scale, “Susceptibility to Stress” I scored 24. This scale…
This article from the US National Library of Medicine National Institutes of Health is quite reputable and covers numerous aspects dealing with stress. This cite discusses the effects of stress on the human body, beginning with childhood and into adulthood. Additionally, it elaborates on the consequences of stress that may deal with smoking, substance abuse, as well as accidents, sleeping problems, and eating disorders. The Institute of Health also states that stress can cause behavioural issues such as anxiety and depression. Furthermore, this article proves my hypothesis as ongoing stress on the human body can not only result in a change in behaviour, but can also take a toll on the body and brain.…
picture of the human condition and how persons feel and are doing is lost. The second is…
Stress is a natural reaction in humans, caused by good or bad experiences and affects body and mind. When stress occurs, hormones release and heart and breathing rates are accelerated in reaction. Chronic stress can cause long-term issues for the body, like heart issues and infertility, to name a few. The most common way to identify stress is through the "Fight-or-Flight" response, brought on through the Central Nervous System (CNS).…
The ability to deal with stress is important if only for health-related reasons. Stress causes many illnesses and complications. Individuals differ greatly in this respect. What they perceive as a source of stress and how they react to the intensity of it also seems to be an individual trait. Stressful life events can contribute to much higher utilization rates that intertwine with psychological distress (Rahe & Arthur, 1978). Physical and mental stress can increase a person’s heart rate, blood pressure, and anxiety levels (Wilson, 1991).…
Too much stress can have serious health consequences and have a contrary effect on the immune, cardiovascular, neuroendocrine and central nervous systems. (1) Chronic stress left untreated can result in serious health conditions such as muscular pain, insomnia, anxiety, high blood pressure and a weakened immune system. (2) Research shows that major illnesses, such as heart disease, depression and obesity are a direct result of chronic stress. (3) Nervousness, anxiety, poor eating habits, loss of enthusiasm or energy, and mood changes, like irritability and depression are examples of emotional and behavioral symptoms that are caused by excessive stress. Engagement in unhealthy behaviors such as abuse of alcohol and drugs, cigarette smoking, and making poor exercise…
Stress, by one definition, is any stimulus which can put the body out of homeostasis. In the 21st century, there are many stressors that exist in daily life that can get in the way of healthy living, which may make people feel hopeless, or constantly feel like they’re wasting their time. I have felt this way many times in my life. These stressors can have many effects, either physical, mental or emotional, which can be solved only by finding ways to manage the stresses in life.…