AQA A-Level Psychology key terms
Option 2 Key Terms
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Option 2
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Cortisol
A hormone released during stress that can suppress the immune system and contribute to various health issues.
Hypertension
A condition characterized by consistently high blood pressure, which can be influenced by chronic stress.
Stress
A psychological and physical response to perceived challenges or threats.
Coping Mechanisms
Strategies used to manage stress and its effects.
Self-report scales
Questionnaires or surveys that ask individuals to report their own feelings or experiences related to stress.
Physiological measures
Objective assessments of biological responses to stress, such as hormone levels or heart rate.
Stress
A psychological and physical response to perceived challenges or threats.
Coping Strategies
Techniques or methods used to manage stress and its effects.
Drug therapy
The use of medications to manage symptoms of stress and anxiety, often involving antidepressants or anxiolytics.
Coping strategies
Techniques or methods that individuals use to manage stress and its effects.
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