CHAPTER 9 LESSON 9.2

Stress and the Brain Each person handles stress differently. Some people thrive in stressful situations while others struggle. Scientists have determined that there is a delicate balance of brain chemicals called ____________________. An unbalance of these transmitters may cause ______ disorders, _________ ___________ and low enjoyment of life.

Personality Types and Stress There are 3 types of personalities. –______________ Which one are you??

Type A Personality Type A Personality has these characteristics: –High achieving –________________ –Self-driven (tends to be _________________ in life) –Also tend to have a ___________ life expectancy due to stress related illnesses. (heart attacks, high blood pressure, ulcers)

Type B Personality Type B Personality has these characteristics: –Tend to be __________ _________ –Non-competitive –Less likely to be ________________ –Less likely to suffer stress related illnesses –__________ life expectancy

Hardy Personality Hardy Personality has these characteristics: –Able to stay ___________ despite major stressors –Welcomes and likes __________ (needed for growth) –Committed to people and activities because they add ___________ to their life –Have a sense of __________ over their lives

How does stress affect the body? Weakens the ____________system, causing _________ Raises _________ pressure and _____________ levels Tightens muscles in the neck/head causing _______________ Can trigger an ______________ attack Stress may also cause ______________________ symptoms, (of the mind, no physical cause) –examples are some skin disorders, stomach aches, digestive problems and headaches