We Tend to Adjust to New External Circumstances, in a Process

question 134

Short Answer

We tend to adjust to new external circumstances, in a process known as the __________ treadmill, and our baseline levels of happiness tend to be fairly consistent.

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Definitions:

Aerobic Exercise

Physical exercise of low to high intensity that depends primarily on the aerobic energy-generating process, such as running or cycling.

Social Support

The perception and actuality that one is cared for, has assistance available from other people, and that one is part of a supportive social network.

Lymphocyte Levels

A measure of the concentration of a type of white blood cell in the blood, which plays a crucial role in the immune response.

Cortisol Levels

The concentration of cortisol, a steroid hormone, in the blood, which can change in response to stress or low blood-glucose concentration.