CH9 Stress

what is stress?

the bodys physical, mental, and emotional response to a stressor that helps the body adapt to challenging situations

outside world stress

assignments, inflation, losing something, etc

inside world stress

worries, self hatred, regret, etc

good stress/eustress

productive stress (graduation, weddings, etc.)

bad stress/distress

unproductive stress (debt, taxes, funerals, procrastination)

what is anixiety?

a sign of stress overload

what can we do to help relieve/manage anxiety?

exercise, reach out for help, journal, dont freak out, try to problem solve, be positive

how can we help relieve stress?

sleep, exercise, meditate, write, cuddle, pets, talk, deep breathing, music

what are the effects of stress on the body, good or bad?

the body releases chemicals into the blood and the hypothalamus signals the adrenal glands to release a surge of hormones (usually adrenaline + cortisol) resulting in enhanced focus, quicker reaction time, increased heart rate, increased energy, and increased strength

effects of chronic stress

upset stomach, headaches, sleep issues, heart disease, depression, anxiety, sometimes memory loss

what is the recommendation for exercise max benefits?

2.5 hrs of moderate/intense physical activity each week or 1.25 hours of intense/vigorous physical activity each week

stressor

a stimulus that causes stress

adrenaline

a hormone secreted by the adrenal glands, especially in conditions of stress, increasing rates of blood circulation and breathing

what is the stage of stress where the stressor can cause death or health problems?

exhaustion

what does not occur when the body first encounters stress?

faster digestion

what hormone is most likley to be released when stress is encountered?

adrenaline

is it true that the immune system becomes stronger when a stress is first encountered?

yes

can stress cause muscle cramps?

the book says no but it does for me