PSYC 2310 Lecture : Stress
16 Dec 2011
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Most detrimental effect on physical and physiological self. Life events scale (over a period of time, event occurred, appraisal (positive or negative), control of predictability) Mistakes can be made, over/underestimations of tools, pressure. Large variability between people who experience the same type of stress. Personal cost to yourself (important vs. unimportant) What the outcome implies about the self. Use resources as much as one can. Differences between how long we can stay in this phase with person to. More negative life events = more stress. Ie, women who had pts were more likely to develop an addiction problem. Decreased immune function (occurs within 24 hours) Enhances immune system (being able to talk about your problems with others-venting) Situation is a challenge not a threat. Type a men and women have double the risk of coronary heart disease. Can have a negative effect (ie being punished by her husband but can"t leave. Deal with the demands of the situation.
