Distinguish Between Cataclysmic Events,personal Stressors,and Background Stressors

question 38

Essay

Distinguish between cataclysmic events,personal stressors,and background stressors.Discuss the various effects on stress and well-being associated with these different types of events.Illustrate your answer with references to specific events you have experienced.

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Definitions:

Less Fortunate

Refers to individuals or groups who are in a less advantageous socio-economic position compared to others.

War On Poverty

A set of programs introduced by President Lyndon B. Johnson in the 1960s aimed at reducing poverty levels in the United States through education, health, and housing initiatives.

Economic Growth

An increase in the production of goods and services over a specific period, often measured by the gross domestic product (GDP).

Economic Plight

A situation of significant financial difficulty or distress affecting an individual, group, or broader community.