Andrea is under pressure to complete her projects on time. She loses her enthusiasm to work, and her productivity falls. Eventua
lly, her job affects her mental well-being. In this scenario, Andrea is experiencing __________.a. time famine. b. eustress.
c. distress.
d. cognitive dissonance.
Distress is an affective state that causes discomfort, a sensation of suffocation, mental suffering and even sadness. It is related to fear (irrational fear), despair and, in many cases, uncertainty. Fear of separation, overwork, bullying at school or at work or irrational and intrusive thoughts, among other situations, can cause distress.
