Describe the three stages of the general adaptation syndrome, as described by Hans Selye

What will be an ideal response?


Answer should include points such as:
1 ) alarm, which puts the body on a "fight-or-flight alert by releasing hormones that produce an energizing effect on the body; 2 ) resistance, as exemplified by specific responses to continued stress by the body in order to optimize adaptation; and 3 ) exhaustion, the point when resistance can no longer be maintained and the body's defenses against stress begin to break down.

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When no identifying information can be obtained about a respondent, the responses are

A) Confidential B) Anonymous C) Both confidential and anonymous D) Neither confidential nor anonymous

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Violent crime is commonplace in American schools

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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