Eustress

- A type of short-term stress that provides immediate strength.
- Arises at points of increased physical activity, enthusiasm, and creativity.
- A positive stress that arises when motivation and inspiration are needed.
- A gymnast experiences eustress before a competition.

Distress

- A negative stress brought about by constant readjustments or alterations in a routine.
- Creates feelings of discomfort and unfamiliarity.
- There are two types of distress:
- Acute stress is an intense stress that arrives and disappears quickly.
- Chronic stress is a prolonged stress that exists for weeks, months, or even years.
- Someone who is constantly relocating or changing jobs may experience distress.

Hyperstress

- Occurs when an individual is pushed beyond what he or she can handle.
- Results from being overloaded or overworked.
- When someone is hyperstressed, even little things can trigger a strong emotional response.
- A Wall Street trader is likely to experience hyperstress.

Hypostress

- The opposite of hyperstress.
- Occurs when an individual is bored or unchallenged.
- People who experience hypostress are often restless and uninspired.
- A factory worker who performs repetitive tasks might experience hypostress.


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