Stressors Are Defined as

question 187

Multiple Choice

Stressors are defined as

• A) the result of cognitive dissonance.
• B) the stimuli that cause stress.
• C) situations that should be avoided.
• D) stress on the job.
• E) anything that decreases performance.

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Definitions:

Unconditioned Stimulus

In classical conditioning, a stimulus that innately and automatically elicits a reaction without the need for previous learning.

Stimulus Generalisation

The tendency for the conditioned response to be evoked by stimuli that are similar to the stimulus that originally evoked the response.

Stimulus Generalisation

The process by which a conditioned response is triggered by stimuli that are similar but not identical to the original conditioned stimulus.

Fear Response

The instinctual reaction to perceived danger or threat, involving physiological changes like increased heart rate, aimed at preparing the body for fight or flight.