Stress

Technostress

Type of stressed caused by the constant presence of technology

Stress

Your body's physical and psychological reactions to situations you perceive as threats.

relaxation response

physiological reaction in which the body returns to its resting state after a stressful event

Fight of Flight Response

physiological stress reaction in which the body mobilizes its resources to fight off or escape from a perceived threat also called the stress response

Chronic Stress

Continues over a longer period of time, seems to have no clear end in sight.

Trauma

Extreme stress due to deeply disturbing events, such as disasters, sexual assault or violence

Stressor

Factors that lead to stress

Eustress

Positive stress that encourages growth and motivation

Toxic Stress

Stress caused by repeated, long lasting exposure to severe stressors such as neglect and abuse, violence, or loss of a loved one.

Distress

Stress that causes negative feelings and harmful health effects

Acute Stress

Sudden, does not last long. Includes pressures of everyday life.

Perceptions

Beliefs; we may experience the same situation by view it differently.