stress

Stress

Any circumstance posing a threat to wellbeing or perceived as such, leading to strain on coping abilities.

Transactional Model of Stress and Coping

Stress experienced as an appraisal of the situation, involving primary and secondary appraisal processes.

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

Hans Selye's framework for understanding the body's response to stress, consisting of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages.

Fight-Flight-Freeze-Fawning Response

The 4 F's of the hypothalamus, involving physiological responses to stressors.

Coping Styles

Emotion-focused coping (alleviating emotional distress) and problem-focused coping (addressing the root cause of stress).

Positive Psychology

Stress can lead to personal growth and self-empowerment, enhancing coping abilities and self-esteem.

Yerkes-Dodson Law

Relationship between arousal and performance, stating that optimal stress levels lead to optimal performance.

Social Support

Positively correlated with immune functioning and perceived assistance availability, moderating stress impacts.

Chronic Stress

Persistent stress over time, linked to detrimental effects on physical and mental health, including hypertension and depression.

Cognitive Reappraisal

Ellis' ABC model suggests events don't directly cause distress; it's the interpretation of events that leads to emotional reactions.

Finding Alternatives to Frustrated Goals

Identifying new pathways or goals when faced with obstacles to maintain purpose and fulfillment.

Stress Inoculation Training

A form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaching stress management tools through education, coping strategies, and real-life application.

Humor as a Coping Mechanism

Using humor to reduce stress, enhance well-being, and promote social support through psychological distancing, cognitive reappraisal, social connections, and physiological effects.

Breathing Exercises

Techniques like diaphragmatic breathing to activate the parasympathetic nervous system, lower heart rate, and reduce stress.

Occupational Stress Management

Strategies include building a supportive team, regular supervision, professional development, broadening knowledge, self-care, setting boundaries, and organizational responsibility.