positive Distress the negative stress response often

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positive Distress the negative stress response often involving negative affect and physiological reactivity a type of stress that results from being overwhelmed by demands losses or perceived threats Distress triggers physiological changes that can pose serious health risks especially if combined with maladaptive ways of coping Eustress the positive stress response involving optimal levels of stimulation a type of stress that results from challenging but attainable and enjoyable or worthwhile tasks e g participating in an athletic event giving a speech It has a beneficial effect by generating a sense of fulfillment or achievement and facilitating growth development mastery and high levels of performance 1 Conorato a list of examples of whon YOU