PSYA2 0.0 / 5 ? PsychologyStressASAQA Created by: ShonibubCreated on: 27-02-14 17:45 Pituitary-adrenal system CHRONIC stressors - controls cortisol: Hypothalamus,Pituitary gland, adrenal cortex 1 of 11 Sympathomedullary pathway ACUTE STRESS; SNS and adrenal medulla prepares the body for fight or flight mode 2 of 11 stress related illness when stress lowers the immune system so you are more likely to become ill 3 of 11 Immune system system of cells within the body try to eliminate antigens (viruses) 4 of 11 Life changes major event that start a major transition in someones life (big impact) 5 of 11 daily hassles minor stressors that occur on a day-to-day basis 6 of 11 workplace stress (workload) workload causes a stress reaction in the body 7 of 11 workplace stress (control) control causes a stress reaction in the body 8 of 11 Personality factors: hardiness defends against negative effects of stress- life changes are challenges to them. 9 of 11 Type A behaviour competitive, easily frustrated by other, impatient 10 of 11 Type B behaviour easygoing, relaxed, patient 11 of 11
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