What Is a Stressor

question 105

Multiple Choice

What is a stressor?

• A)A byproduct of stress
• B)A stimulus that serves as a source of stress
• C)A negative life event that causes physical illness or psychological disorder
• D)Any event that generates a statistically uniform response among a general population

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Definitions:

Erikson

Refers to Erik Erikson, a developmental psychologist known for his theory on the psychosocial development of human beings, emphasizing stages of identity and crisis throughout the lifespan.

Identity Cohesion

A psychological state where an individual’s sense of self is unified and consistent over time.

Role Confusion

A situation in which an individual is unsure about their role or identity, often occurring during adolescence as part of Erikson’s stages of psychosocial development.

Generativity/Stagnation

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where adults strive to create or nurture things that will outlast them, versus a sense of inactivity and personal impoverishment.