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Before we look at different methods of dealing with stress we must first define stress and find out what causes stress.
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Stress Jack 12RTC Before we look at different methods of dealing with stress we must first define stress and find out what causes stress. There are 3 definitions of stress: 1. The response definition: this is Selye's approach; it means that any stimulus that causes a stress response is by definition, a stressor. 2. The stimulus definition: This definition argues that we can agree that certain events are stressful, so therefore any reaction they provoke can be called a stress response. Unfortunately there are individual differences and we cant assume that what one person is stressed by everyone else is also stressed by. 3. The transactional model: This is the most popular approach to studying stress today. It argues that the key to defining the degree of stress experienced by an individual lies in their perception of themselves and their world. Many people try to manage stress and there are lots of methods available. One method...
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