Question

In an essay form discuss how humnas respond when faced wigh stress, include direct and indurect physiological responses as well as some psychological, cognitive, and behavorial responses.

Answer 1

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The stress response, or “fight or flight” response is the emergency reaction system of the body. It is there to keep you safe in emergencies. The stress response includes physical and thought responses to your perception of various situations. When the stress response is turned on, your body may release substances like adrenaline and cortisol. Your organs are programmed to respond in certain ways to situations that are viewed as challenging or threatening. The stress response can work against you. You can turn it on when you don’t really need it and, as a result, perceive something as an emergency when it’s really not. It can turn on when you are just thinking about past or future events. Harmless, chronic conditions can be intensified by the stress response activating too often, with too much intensity, or for too long. Stress responses can be different for different individuals. Below is a list of some common stress responses can be different for different individuals. Below is a list of some common stress related responses people have.

Physical Responses  Muscle aches  ↑ Heart rate  Weight Gain  Constipation  Muscle Twitching  Low Energy  Tight Chest  Dizziness  Stomach Cramps  Insomnia  Headache  Nausea  Dry Mouth  Weight Loss  Weakness  Diarrhea  Trembling  Chills  Sweating  Choking Feeling  Leg Cramps

Emotional and Thought Responses  Restlessness  Agitation  Worthlessness  Depression  Guilt  Anger  Nightmares  Sensitivity  Numbness  Mood Swings  ↓ Concentration  Preoccupation  Insecurity  Anxiety - Stress  Depression  Hopelessness  Defensiveness  Racing Thoughts  Intense Thinking  Expecting the Worst  Lack of Motivation  Forgetfulness  Rigidity  Intolerance

Behavioral Responses  Avoidance  Neglect  ↑ Smoking  Poor Appearance  ↑Spending  ↓ Eating  Nail Biting  ↑ Talking  Sexual Problems  Fidgeting  ↓ Exercise  Aggressive Speaking  ↑ Sleeping  ↓ Relaxing activities