When Confronted with Pressure, Which of the Following Is True

question 24

Multiple Choice

When confronted with pressure, which of the following is true of people with high self-esteem?

• A) They become depressed and counterproductive.
• B) They become egotistical and boastful.
• C) They become focused on their weaknesses.
• D) They become dependent on others.
• E) They become less able to handle failure.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response that the body goes through when exposed to stress, described as alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages.

Exhaustion Phase

The final stage of the body's response to stress, where all energy resources have been depleted, leading to a decreased ability to resist stressors and potential burnout.

Multiple Sclerosis

A chronic autoimmune disease affecting the central nervous system, leading to demyelination, inflammation, and diverse neurological symptoms.

Immune Systems

Complex networks of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against attacks by foreign pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and other harmful invaders.