Types of Stress
True or False
There are 5 types of stress.
False
There are 6.
True or False
Stress and Recovery are linked.
True
True or False
A stressor is something that disrupts homeostasis.
True
True or False
Adequate intake of protein, carbohydrates, and micronutrients does NOT support muscle repair and overall recovery
False
Poor nutrition is a type of ___ stress.
Physical Stress
When under chronic stress, your homeostasis baseline goes up or down?
Down
A corporate worker juggling long hours, a high-pressure job, poor sleep, minimal physical activity, and family responsibilities may have a ____ allostolic load.
High
Why are small goals recommended for stress management.
They build confidence
Name an example of an existential stressor.
Meaninglessness, purposelessness
Hopelessness, apathy
Depression and despair
Loss of certainty or belief system
Worrying about one’s place in the world
What is the difference between eustress and distress?
Eustress is good and distress is bad.
Which stress lacks recovery?
Chronic Stress
Name one way to build psychological resistance to stress.
Reframe Setbacks
Try to view failures as learning
Set Small Goals
Boost your confidence through small wins
Use Mindfulness
Learn relaxation techniques like meditation
Name two examples of environmental stressors.
Pollution and toxins
Noise, odors
Extreme conditions
Chaos
Violence
Disrupted light-dark cycles
Name one thing that influences recovery?
Sleep Quality and Quantity
Nutrition
Stress Levels
Our biological homeostasis may be affected by exercising in a hot climate. What would our body's stress response be to this?
Our body’s stress response may be to sweat or drink more fluids.
Give an example of how all behavior, even 'bad' behavior, is an attempt to solve a problem.
Overeating or binge eating
A client might overeat to manage emotional stress or anxiety. The food provides temporary comfort or distraction from difficult feelings.
Skipping workouts
A client may avoid exercise because of feelings of inadequacy or fear of failure. The avoidance protects them from the discomfort of facing these emotions.
Procrastination on meal prep or healthy habits
A client might delay meal planning or healthier choices as a way to avoid the overwhelm
Drinking alcohol
It may be a way to feel closer to friends, fit in, or unwind from thinking about other stressors temporarily.
Name the 6 types of stress.
Physical, mental, emotional, environmental, relational/social, existential
Name 2 qualities of eustress.
“Good stress” that boosts our learning and growth
Short-lived
Infrequent
Can be part of a positive life experience
Inspires us to action
Helps build us up
What are the 4 steps of a stress response.
1. Body is at homeostasis
2. Alarm Phase
3. Recovery
4. New Homeostasis
No control
Some control
Total control