What is stress?
Definition of Stress Stress is the body's reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response. The body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and emotional responses. In a medical or biological context stress is a physical, mental, or emotional factor that causes bodily or mental tension. Stresses can be external (from the environment, psychological, or social situations) or internal (illness, or from a medical procedure). What are the types of stress? Types of stress Acute stress. Acute stress is the most common type of stress. ... Episodic acute stress. When acute stress happens frequently, it's called episodic acute stress. ... Chronic stress. If acute stress isn't resolved and begins to increase or lasts for long periods of time, it becomes chronic stress. What are the causes of stress? (Reference WebMD Medical Reference Reviewed by Jennifer Casarella on March 09, 2020) Examples of life stresses are: The death of a loved one. Divorce. Loss