Abstract
Behavior is an important component of the stress reaction since it enables the subject to cope with the situation. The type of coping response that is displayed by the subject is important for shaping the physiological response to emotional demands. Conversely, activity of the physiological systems that are involved in the stress response influences the probability of occurrence of the different types of coping response that are available for the subject. In addition to these bidirectional relationships between behavior and physiology, most stressful situations do not occur independent of the subject, but are dependent on the way the subject behaves and perceives psychosocial factors. © 2007
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Encyclopedia of Stress |
Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
Pages | 307-309 |
Number of pages | 3 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780123739476 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2007 |
Externally published | Yes |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Neuroscience