The Negative Effect of Stress Is Smaller for Those Who

question 22

Multiple Choice

the negative effect of stress is smaller for those who have adequate social support than it is for those whose social support is weak, researchers refer to this as the _______.

• A) stress-related growth
• B) general adaptation syndrome
• C) resilience effect
• D) buffering effect

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Definitions:

Satisfied Need

A psychological or physiological requirement of individuals that has been fulfilled, contributing to their well-being or motivation.

Self-Fulfilled Person

A self-fulfilled person is someone who has realized their own potential and desires, leading to a deep sense of satisfaction and completeness in life.

Mental Anguish

Intense psychological pain or distress often resulting from experienced trauma or stress.

Needs Progression

The concept that individuals move through a series of hierarchical needs, starting with basic physiological needs to higher-level psychological needs, as they are progressively satisfied.