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Differentiate Between the Primary and Secondary Appraisals Given in a Stressful

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Differentiate between the primary and secondary appraisals given in a stressful situation. Give an example of a stressful situation that you have encountered and describe your processes of using primary and secondary appraisals.


Definitions:

Peripheral Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that consists of the nerves and ganglia outside of the brain and spinal cord, responsible for connecting the CNS to limbs and organs.

Stressor

An event that creates a sense of threat by confronting a person with a demand or opportunity for change of some kind.

Stress Response

The body's way of reacting to a challenge or threat, involving a combination of biological changes and psychological responses.

Social Support System

A network of family, friends, colleagues, and other acquaintances who provide emotional, informational, and practical help.

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