Which of the Following Defines the Term Stress

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which of the following defines the term stress?

• A) A method of coping with anxiety that involves examining irrational beliefs
• B) The result of a demand that exceeds resources available to meet that demand
• C) The confidence in the ability to manage a demand or threat
• D) A form of systematic desensitization in which the stimulus is imagined

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Definitions:

Insulin

A substance created in the pancreas that controls blood sugar levels.

Adrenal Glands

Small, triangular glands located on top of both kidneys that produce hormones such as adrenaline and cortisol, which play key roles in the body's response to stress.

Stress

A physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension and may be a factor in disease causation.

Aggressive Behavior

Actions that are intended to cause harm or injury to others, often seen as hostile or destructive.