Question

Abby's husband was critically injured in a car accident. He survived, but Abby had to care for him at home for several months before he was able to regain normal functioning, which was very stressful for Abby. After he was able to return to work, Abby felt completely exhausted. According to Hans Selye, Abby had probably experienced the:________a) general adaptation syndrome.b) tend-and-befriend response.c) fight-or-flight response.d) stress contagion effect.

Answer 1

Answer:

a. general adaptation syndrome

Explanation:

General adaptation syndrome -

The different stages of stress is referred to as general adaptation syndrome .

It is a three stage process , which the body experience in the condition of stress .

The three stages are as follows -

1. Alarm reaction stage.

2. Resistance stage.

3. Exhaustion stage.

The symptoms of GAS are as follows -

• depression

• reduced stress tolerance

• burnout

• fatigue

Hence , from the question , Abby is experiencing general adaptation syndrome.