Stress and Health

Psychologists think that ___________________ can keep people alert and involved.

_______________________ can strain people’s ability to adjust to various situations.

an event or situation that produces stress is called a _______.

Which type of conflict might cause the most stress?

How many types of conflict have been identified?

least stressful type because the choices are positive

a single goal can produce opposite motives

People in avoidance-avoidance conflict are forced to choose the lesser of two evils.

Approach-avoidance conflict involves a choice between alternatives that have both good and bad aspects.

The type A personality is laid-back and relaxed.

Choosing between cake and ice cream is an example of an _______________________ conflict.

Going to the dentist or letting a toothache get worse is an example of an _______________________ conflict.

Deciding whether to buy a new DVD player that would cost a lot of money is an example of an _______________________ conflict.