AP Psych Ch. 18
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 psychoneuroimmunology (PNI) | new subfield of psychology that examines the interactions among psychological factors, the nervous system, and the immune system |
| self-esteem | positive or negative evaluation of the self |
| self-awareness theory | theory that self-focused attention leads people to notice their shortcomings, thus motivating a change in behavior or an escape from self-awareness |
| health psychology | study of the links between psychological factors and physical health and illness |
| stress | aversive state of arousal triggered by the perception that an event threatens our ability to cope effectively |
| posttraumatic stress disorder | anxiety disorder triggered by an extremely stressful event, such as combat |
| general adaptation syndrome | three stage process (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) by which the body responds to stress |
| Type A personality | personality characterized by and impatient, hard-driving, and hostile pattern of behavior |
| Type B personality | personality characterized by an easygoing, relaxed pattern of behavior |
| immune system | biological surveillance system that detects and destroys "nonself" substances that invade the body |
| lymphocytes | specialized white blood cells that secrete chemical antibodies and facilitate the immune response |
| hardiness | personality style that is characterized by commitment, challenge, and control. hardiness acts as a buffer against stress |
| social support | healthful coping resources provided by friends and other people |
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