Question
What are the effects of stress on psychological functioning? Explain.

Answer

Effect of stress on psychological functioning:
  • Emotional - Mood swings, erratic behaviour, decreasing confidence, anxiety, depression etc.
  • Physiological - Increased production of certain hormones like adrenal in, cortisol e.g. high BP, metabolism, physical activity.
  • Cognitive - Mental overload, impaired decision making, poor concentration, reduced short term memory.
  • Behavioural - Eating less nutritional food, increased intake of stimulants like tobacco or other drugs, disrupted sleep pattern, increased absenteeism, reduced work performance.

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