The Stress of Adapting to a New Culture Is Called

question 51

Multiple Choice

The stress of adapting to a new culture is called ____.

• A) a daily hassle
• B) acculturative stress
• C) post-traumatic stress syndrome
• D) post-traumatic growth syndrome

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Definitions:

Psychologically Significant Stimulus

Refers to any event or object that has a notable impact on an individual's psychological state or behavior.

Psychosocial Variables

Psychological and social factors that influence an individual's mental health and behavior.

Autonomic Nervous System

The part of the nervous system that controls involuntary bodily functions, including heart rate, digestion, respiratory rate, pupillary response, urination, and sexual arousal.

Somatic Nervous System

The part of the peripheral nervous system associated with voluntary control of body movements via skeletal muscles.