Briefly Outline the Sequence of Events That Occur in the HPA

question 47

Essay

Briefly outline the sequence of events that occur in the HPA axis when a stressor occurs. Suggest how dysregulation of the axis may be involved in hypothalamus.

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Definitions:

Temperament

The inherent part of an individual's personality, including aspects such as mood, behavior tendencies, and emotional reactivity.

Behavioral Style

The characteristic way in which an individual acts or behaves in different situations.

Social-Cognitive Perspective

A psychological approach emphasizing the importance of observational learning, self-efficacy, situational influences, and cognitive processes in behavior.

Individual Traits

Unique characteristics, qualities, or attributes that distinguish one person from another.