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mwit1967 · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A middle-age woman's father has passed away, and her mother requires physical and emotional help due to disabilities. The woman is married and raising two children, along with working full time. All of the factors described are:

A) stressors.
B) stimuli.
C) illnesses.
D) demands.

Question 2

An example of a long-term coping strategy is:

A) crying to release tension after a stressful event.
B) indulging in a rich desert after a stressful day.
C) walking briskly three times a week for 20 minutes.
D) taking a stick and banging it on a tree.

olivia_paige29 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Feedback:
Stress is defined as any event or set of events (a stressor) that causes a response. Everyday triggers associated with work or social relationships, and uncommon events such as natural disasters, physical trauma, injuries, illnesses, divorce, death of a loved one, or loss of a job are commonly recognized stressors.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Feedback:
Long-term coping mechanisms are positive, constructive ways of dealing with stress, and can be effective over long periods.