Question

the continuous interactions and adjustments between a person and the environment are called

select one
a. stressors
b. strains
c. transactions
d. appraisals

Explanation:

Define the core concept

In Health Psychology, the relationship between an individual and their environment is not static. Richard Lazarus and Susan Folkman's transactional model of stress describes stress as a dynamic process.

Analyze the options

• Stressors: These are the demanding environmental events or stimuli themselves.
• Strains: These are the physiological or psychological responses/reactions of the individual to stressors.
• Transactions: These represent the continuous, reciprocal interactions and adjustments between the person and the environment.
• Appraisals: These are the cognitive evaluations of whether a situation is threatening, challenging, or benign (primary appraisal) and whether one has the resources to cope (secondary appraisal).

Match definition to the correct term

The prompt specifically asks for the term describing the "continuous interactions and adjustments between a person and the environment." This matches the definition of transactions.

Answer:

• (A) stressors
• (B) strains
• (C) transactions (Correct answer)
• (D) appraisals