Jamie is a prize-winning weightlifter who desires to increase the amount of weight she can bench press in a matter of weeks. Whe
n a person aims for a goal with a deadline, it can be a source of stress. However, Jamie has enough time to work steadily toward a realistic goal. This is known as "good" stress or A. un-stress.B. de-stress.C. eustress.D. positive stress.E. distress.
Answer: This is known as "good" stress or Eustress.
Explanation:
Stress is a physiological and psychological alteration that generates discomfort. It is associated with the performance of an activity that represents a higher requirement, and for which the person doesn't feel prepared face.
It was believed that stress was only negative. However, the endocrinologist Hans Selye coined the term Austress to define the stress that is <em>beneficial and productive.</em> This type of stress <em>gives the person energy and vitality to achieve goals</em> because it drives us to overcome our limits and perform superior activities.
