Term ID: T5022

Stress

/stress/
Psychological and physiological responses to perceived threats or demands that exceed individual coping resources.
Example: Work pressure, relationship conflicts, or financial problems that create tension and require adaptive responses.

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Reference: Lazarus & Folkman (1984)