The Difference Between Distress and Eustress Is That

question 83

Multiple Choice

The difference between distress and eustress is that

• A) the body does not respond to eustress.
• B) the body responds differently to distress and eustress.
• C) only eustress produces harmful effects on the body.
• D) distress is caused by negative stressors and eustress is caused by positive stressors.

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Definitions:

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