PSYC-1000 Chapter Notes -Appraisal Theory, Traffic Ticket, Stressor
25 Apr 2022
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Know the key terminology associated with stress and illness. Understand the physiological reactions that occur under stress. Understand how the immune system is connected to stress responses. Apply a measure of stressful events to your own experiences. Analyze the claim that ulcers are caused by stress. Stress: a psychological and physiological reaction that occurs when perceived demands exceed existing resources to meet those demands. Refers to events (stressors) and experiences in response to those events (stress response) Appraisal: cognitive act of assessing + evaluating the potential threat and demands of an event. Stresses of modern young adults are different than those of past generations. Many canadians have additional challenges related to immigration. Balancing family"s traditions w/ desire to fit in w/ Table 14. 2 life stress inventories for the general adult population and university students. Death or major illness of a loved one 31. Minor violation of the law (e. g. traffic ticket)
