Peh 3 — Understanding Stress — Definitions and Causes + 6 more topics

Stress is a common experience, but its meaning can be a bit broad. Let's break it down into what it is and what makes it happen.

Your body generally reacts to stress in a similar way, whether the stressor is positive (like a new job excitement) or negative (like a looming deadline). This reaction is often called the "fight-or-flight" response.