Adam Is Very Ambitious and Driven to Succeed

question 181

Multiple Choice

Adam is very ambitious and driven to succeed.He is easily angered,always wants to be working,and finds it hard to relax.According to research,Adam is a:

• A)high-risk candidate for coronary heart disease.
• B)hardy personality.
• C)Type B personality.
• D)Type C personality.

Recognize the role and characteristics of change agents in organizational change.

Discuss the impact of organizational change on employee well-being and job attitudes.

Understand the significance of diagnosing problems as a preliminary step in the process of organizational change.

Describe the process and benefits of organizational learning.

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Definitions:

Allostatic Load

Physiological condition resulting from chronic arousal of the fight-or-flight response to stress.

Atherosclerosis

A disease characterized by the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to the buildup of plaque.

Allostasis

The process by which the body responds to stressors in order to regain homeostasis.

Homeostasis

The self-regulating process by which biological systems maintain stability while adjusting to conditions that are optimal for survival.