The Correct Sequence of Phases of the General Adaptation Syndrome

question 6

Multiple Choice

The correct sequence of phases of the general adaptation syndrome is

• A) alarm, resistance, exhaustion.
• B) exhaustion, resistance, alarm.
• C) resistance, alarm, exhaustion.
• D) resistance, exhaustion, alarm.
• E) alarm, exhaustion, resistance.

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Definitions:

Stressor Defense

Strategies or mechanisms adopted by an individual or system to protect against stress or stress-induced conditions.

Developmental Variable

A factor that undergoes change over time and influences the growth or development of an individual or system.

Optimal Wellness

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity, where an individual or group achieves a balance of health habits, mental stability, and social happiness.

System Variables

Components or factors within a system that can change and affect the system's behavior and outcomes.