Although Reducing Stressors May Reduce the Overall Level of Stress

question 75

True/False

Although reducing stressors may reduce the overall level of stress that a person experiences, this approach is likely to be most beneficial when the focus of the effort is on challenge stressors rather than hindrance stressors.

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Definitions:

Multiple Personalities

A psychiatric disorder wherein an individual exhibits two or more distinct identities or personality states, each with its own pattern of perceiving and interacting with the world, known as Dissociative Identity Disorder (DID).

Dissociative Disorders

Controversial, rare disorders in which conscious awareness becomes separated (dissociated) from previous memories, thoughts, and feelings.

Child Abuse

Physical, sexual, or emotional maltreatment or neglect of a child, especially by a parent or other caregiver.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

A psychological disorder caused by exposure to or being a witness to a traumatic incident, marked by persistent flashbacks, distressing dreams, and intense anxiety.