The Third Phase of the General Adaptation Syndrome Is Characterized

question 96

Multiple Choice

The third phase of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by

• A) resistance.
• B) exhaustion.
• C) an alarm reaction.
• D) a tend-and-befriend response.

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Definitions:

Stereotypes

Oversimplified generalizations about a group of people, ignoring individual differences and based on assumptions rather than factual evidence.

Discrimination

The unfair treatment of people based on their race, age, or gender, leading to bias and discrimination.

Groupthink

A mental occurrence happening among a group where the need for consensus or conformity leads to unreasonable or ineffective decisions.

Foot-in-the-Door Technique

A persuasion strategy that involves getting a person to agree to a small request to increase the chances they will agree to a larger request later.