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nMajor diseases
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u Hypertension “High blood pressure”
u Stroke (CVA’s)
u Heart Disease
u Depression
u Alcoholism
u Gastrointestinal Disorders
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UThe physiological and psychological state of disruption caused by the presence of an unanticipated, disruptive, or stimulating event.
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u“The Effect” n |
It is not tailored to any specific pathogen and treats all equally.
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U“Non-Specific” Response
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uFactors or events, real or imagined, that elicit a state of stress. |
NStress and StressorsnStressorsu“The Cause”
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This hierarchy suggests that people are motivated to fulfill basic needs before moving on to other needs.
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The Maslow Pyramid
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5) Fulfillment of needs for food, water, shelter, sleep, sexual expression |
Physiological needs
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4) Ability to protect oneself from harm |
Safety-security
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3) Ability to give and receive affection; feeling of belonging |
Love and affection
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2) Respect for self, respect for others
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Self-esteem
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1) Fulfillment of one’s potential |
Self-actualization
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‘The Father of Stress Research’ |
Hans Selye |
“the
nonspecific response of the human organism
to
any demand placed upon it.”
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Hans Selye
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Positive Stress |
Eustress, Hans Selye
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Negative
Stress
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Distress, Hans Selye
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uStress that enhances the quality of life. |
NEustress
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