Question

a persons psychological and physiological response to a stressor is called

select one
a. a transaction.
b. discrepant behavior.
c. strain.
d. avoidance

Explanation:

Define the components of stress

Using the Definition of Stress Components knowledge point

In health psychology, stress is conceptualized through three distinct components:

1. Stressor: The external event, situation, or stimulus that challenges or threatens an individual.
2. Strain: The individual's psychological and physiological response to that stressor.
3. Transactions: The continuous, interactive process between the person and their environment (the relationship between stressor and strain).

Evaluate the given options

• A. a transaction: This refers to the dynamic relationship and cognitive appraisal process between the person and the environment, rather than just the response itself.
• B. discrepant behavior: This is a behavioral term unrelated to the standard physiological and psychological definition of a stress response.
• C. strain: This is the precise scientific term used to describe the internal psychological and physiological reaction or response of a person to an external stressor.
• D. avoidance: This is a coping mechanism used to manage stress, not the response itself.

Therefore, the correct term for a person's psychological and physiological response to a stressor is strain.

Answer:

• A. a transaction.
• B. discrepant behavior.
• C. strain. (Correct answer)
• D. avoidance.