A Dominant Theme in Understanding the Manifestation of Stress Is

question 4

Multiple Choice

A dominant theme in understanding the manifestation of stress is that _____.

• A) negative stressors have greater impact on health than positive stressors
• B) illness results from a complex interaction of biological, psychological, social, and sociocultural factors
• C) the most important factor in the interaction between stress and health is interpretation of the situation
• D) the more stress a person encounters, the more likely that person is to become ill

---

Definitions:

Maladaptive Patterns

Behaviors or thought processes that may impede a person's ability to adjust to certain situations, often leading to psychological stress or dysfunction.

Longstanding

Existing for a long time or having a history that extends far back.

Dissociative Amnesia

A psychological condition characterized by temporary memory loss that cannot be attributed to normal forgetfulness, often resulting from traumatic events.

Conversion Disorder

A mental health condition where an individual shows psychological stress in physical ways, presenting symptoms affecting voluntary motor or sensory functions.