All of the Following Accurately Reflect Selye's Description of Physiological

question 98

Multiple Choice

All of the following accurately reflect Selye's description of physiological responses to stress EXCEPT ​

• A)if a stress is prolonged, the individual becomes accustomed to the threat.
• B)resistance represents a failure to cope with the stressor.
• C)continuing exposure to a stress may result in the individual exhibiting increased susceptibility to diseases of adaptation.
• D)initially stress causes an activation of the fight-or-flight response.

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Definitions:

Intimate Partner Violence

Physical, sexual, or emotional abuse by a current or former partner or spouse.

Date Rape Drugs

Substances used to impair a victim's judgment or consciousness to facilitate sexual assault, often administered surreptitiously.

Men Who Are Batterers

Refers to males who engage in physical, emotional, or psychological abuse towards their partners.

Witnessed Abuse

Experiencing or observing acts of physical, emotional, sexual, or verbal maltreatment imposed on another person.