Myers’ Psychology, Second Edition: Stress & Health

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Explain how different people might respond to the same stressor based on the examples given in the passage.

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Responses to stressors vary among individuals.

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What is stress according to Myers’ Psychology, Second Edition?

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A physical response to external pressure

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Stress appraisal is the process of evaluating a situation and determining its significance to our well-being. How does it affect our response to events?

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It determines whether we perceive an event as a threat or a challenge.

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What is a stress reaction?

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A physical and emotional response

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Fill in the blank: Stress arises less from events themselves than from how we _______ them (Lazarus, 1996).

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interpret

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Eustress is a type of stress that is considered to be:

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beneficial and positive

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True or False: Eustress can have a beneficial effect on health, motivation, performance, and emotional well-being.

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True

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How can a momentary stress affect the immune system according to Segerstrom (2007)?

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It weakens the immune system

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What is the general perception of catastrophes according to the text?

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They are viewed as rare and unpredictable events.

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The twofold stresses faced by those who respond to catastrophes by relocating to another country are: Cultural adaptation and financial instability, Language barrier and job opportunities, Healthcare access and education quality, Social integration and legal documentation

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Cultural adaptation and financial instability