Owen Has Been Working on Three Different Term Papers for the Last

question 183

Multiple Choice

Owen has been working on three different term papers for the last three weeks.At first,he felt overwhelmed by the work and had frequent headaches and stomachaches; but now he appears to be more in control and the headaches are gone for now,even though the stresses are still there.Owen is exhibiting signs of which stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

• A) stage of regulation
• B) stage of resistance
• C) stage of resolution
• D) defensive reaction stage

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Definitions:

Autonomy

The state or condition of having independence or freedom, or the right to self-govern.

Affiliation

The connection or association between individuals or organizations, often formed for mutual benefit or to achieve a common goal.

Self-determination Theory

A theory of motivation that emphasizes the role of intrinsic motivation in driving human behavior and the importance of psychological needs for competence, autonomy, and relatedness.

Competence

The ability to do something successfully or efficiently, typically gained through experience or training.