When Have You Been in an Out-Group at School or Work

question 20

Essay

When have you been in an out-group at school or work? Which of the reasons for out-group formation apply to your experience? What was the impact on you of being in the out-group? What was the impact on the larger group? Which of the leadership strategies in Chapter 8 would have been effective in reaching out to you?

Distinguish between Type A and Type B personality traits.

Recognize the stages of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) and their significance.

Assess the effect of life changes and daily hassles on stress levels.

Identify the demands that stress places on an organism and the body's physiological responses.

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