Graduate Research Papers
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Open Access Graduate Research Paper
Abstract
Stress has been recognized as a major source of potential physiological, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral problems in both adults and children (Forman & O'Malley, 1984). Selye (1956) has pointed out that a certain amount of stress is an inevitable part of living, but excessive stress can have damaging consequences. It calls forth emotional reactions and can lead to marked changes in attitude and behavior. Selye (1974) has defined stress as "the nonspecific response of the body to any demand made upon it."(p. 27) These demands which he labeled stressors may arise from either pleasant or unpleasant stimuli or situations. Almost anything can become a stressor, providing it is of sufficient duration, frequency, or intensity. Thus, any major change can lead to stress, which is essentially the disruption of homeostasis or balance within the body (Barrow & Prosen, 1981).
Year of Submission
1987
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education
Department
Department of Educational Administration and Counseling
First Advisor
Robert L. Frank
Date Original
1987
Object Description
1 PDF file (21 leaves)
Copyright
©1987 Theresa Klostermann Prier
Language
en
File Format
application/pdf
Recommended Citation
Prier, Theresa Klostermann, "Childhood stress" (1987). Graduate Research Papers. 3131.
https://scholarworks.uni.edu/grp/3131
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