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Stimulus-Based Definition of Stress
Stimulus-based definitions conceptualize stress as a demanding or threatening event or situation. In this view, stress is the external stimulus itself, which then elicits certain physiological or psychological reactions.
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A clinical psychologist is evaluating a new client who displays a long-standing pattern of behavior characterized by extreme social anxiety, an intense fear of rejection, and a pervasive feeling of inadequacy. The client goes to great lengths to avoid situations that might involve criticism or disapproval from others. Based on this description, the client's behaviors are most consistent with the general characteristics of which group of personality disorders?
A clinical psychologist is evaluating a new client who displays a long-standing pattern of behavior characterized by extreme social anxiety, an intense fear of rejection, and a pervasive feeling of inadequacy. The client goes to great lengths to avoid situations that might involve criticism or disapproval from others. Based on this description, the client's behaviors are most consistent with the general characteristics of which group of personality disorders?
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Examples of Stressful Stimuli
An individual is stuck in a major traffic jam, making them late for an important job interview. They notice their heart is pounding and they are thinking about the negative consequences of being late. According to a definition that views stress as the external event itself, which of the following represents the stressor?