The Transactional Definition of Stress Asserts That Stress Is the Product

question 280

Multiple Choice

The transactional definition of stress asserts that stress is the product of cognitive, physiological, and behavioural responses that are evoked when there is a perceived imbalance between

• A)situational demands and personal resources
• B)internal and external eliciting stimuli
• C)expressive and instrumental behaviours
• D)primary appraisals and situational demands

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Definitions:

Prenatal

Pertaining to the period or development before birth, encompassing the gestation period from conception to birth.

Prenatal Viral Exposure

Exposure to a virus in the womb during pregnancy, which can potentially lead to developmental disorders or health issues in the baby.

Schizophrenia

A serious psychological condition marked by disturbances in thinking, sensing, feeling, and relating to others.

Brain Abnormalities

Structural or functional deviations in the brain that can contribute to neurological and psychiatric conditions.