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A Wellness Way of Life, 5/e

Gwen Robbins, Ball State University
Debbie Powers, Ball State University
Sharon Burgess, Ball State University

Coping with Stress

Chapter Objectives

1.

Define the terms stress, stressor, and stress response.

2.

Explain the three stages of the stress response.

3.

Define and give examples of eustress, distress, and optimal stress.

4.

Explain how perception and control are involved in stress.

5.

Measure the amount of life changes on the Life Even Stress test you have encountered this year and be able to predict your susceptibility to a stress-related illness.

6.

Explain the difference between daily hassles and daily uplifts and how each affects overall health.

7.

Describe six harmful effects of too much stress.

8.

Contrast Type A, Type B, and Type C behavior patterns.

9.

Describe a hot reactor's behavior and the health consequences of this behavior.

10.

List five Type A behavior modification techniques.

11.

List five strategies for managing stress.

12.

Define and list three benefits of the relaxation response.

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