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Claire McNeill Psychology Task 1 Give a definition of the following in your own words: A) Define stress as an external stimulus B) Define stress as an internal response C) Define stress as a transaction (e.g., interpretation of an event) Task 1 (A) The word 'Stress' was first used in 'Physics'. In Physics an external stimulus is the external force, which places strain on an object. E.g. a large weight is hung on a metal rod. Because the weight is so strong the metal rod is put under stress and eventually snaps. Therefore the weight acted as a ' stressor'. In psychology stress as an external stimulus places strain on the individual. There are many stressful external stimuli in our lives today, a few example include: - Taking an exam - Illness - Divorce/marriage - A new partner These examples can be seen as external forces like the metal rod too much stress on an individual could make them break or snap. Task 1 (B) An internal...

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