We all feel it...stress. Before taking my Mind/Body Health Class I didn't know that there was more than one type of stress. Here's a quick definition of stress:
"A particular relationship between the person and the environment that is appraised by the person as taxing or exceeding his or her resources and endangering his or her well-being" (Lazarus & Folkman, 1984)
Experiencing stress for extended periods of time can cause your immune system to become depleted resulting in vulnerability to illness.
According to Doctor Hans Selye (1982), there are two types of stress: good stress (or, eustress), and bad stress (or, distress). Good stress is the type of stress you experience when you are preparing for an enjoyable event such as a wedding, family reunion or fun game.
Bad stress is stress that is associated with factors like a demanding relationship or unrealistic expectations such as expecting an "A" for every exam.
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