IDIS 199 - MODULE 2 QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS(RATED A+)
Stress - ANSWERA state of emotional strain or unease and is a normal response to
the demanding situations or pressures experienced in day-to-day life
The Three S's - ANSWERStress, Sleep, Self-regulation
Inverted U Theory - ANSWERLow Pressure
Low pressure and/or stress often result in boredom and weak performance. As the
pressure begins to increase, you can see increased attention and interest.
Optimal Performance
More pressure or stress can improve performance up to a certain point by preparing
us to cope effectively with a challenge
Can be referred to as the Optimal Performance point.
High Pressure
When stress becomes too high performance ultimately decreases. High anxiety is
associated with impaired performance and distress. If effective coping strategies are
not in place, high stress can lead to a complete meltdown
Flow States - ANSWERvery powerful for increasing happiness and well-being and
strongly counteract worry and stress
Maldaptive - ANSWERNot adjusting well or appropriately to a stressor or
situation/set of circumstances
Self-Regulation - ANSWERRefers to control over behaviour, thoughts, and emotion
which can interact with each other
Three Levels of Self-Regulation - ANSWERBehavioural Level - having a balanced
routine that includes social interactions, work/school, exercise and mindfulness
Cognitive Level - managing difficult, negative or intrusive thoughts
Emotional Level - slowing yourself down, calming and relaxing when stressed or
tense, pausing and thinking before acting, and acting in accordance with your values
Adrenal Gland - ANSWERA pair of endocrine glands that sit just above the kidneys
and secrete hormones that help arouse the body in times of stress.
Negative Feedback - ANSWERThe final product of the biological loop is also
responsible for stopping or inhibiting further responses
ANSWERS(RATED A+)
Stress - ANSWERA state of emotional strain or unease and is a normal response to
the demanding situations or pressures experienced in day-to-day life
The Three S's - ANSWERStress, Sleep, Self-regulation
Inverted U Theory - ANSWERLow Pressure
Low pressure and/or stress often result in boredom and weak performance. As the
pressure begins to increase, you can see increased attention and interest.
Optimal Performance
More pressure or stress can improve performance up to a certain point by preparing
us to cope effectively with a challenge
Can be referred to as the Optimal Performance point.
High Pressure
When stress becomes too high performance ultimately decreases. High anxiety is
associated with impaired performance and distress. If effective coping strategies are
not in place, high stress can lead to a complete meltdown
Flow States - ANSWERvery powerful for increasing happiness and well-being and
strongly counteract worry and stress
Maldaptive - ANSWERNot adjusting well or appropriately to a stressor or
situation/set of circumstances
Self-Regulation - ANSWERRefers to control over behaviour, thoughts, and emotion
which can interact with each other
Three Levels of Self-Regulation - ANSWERBehavioural Level - having a balanced
routine that includes social interactions, work/school, exercise and mindfulness
Cognitive Level - managing difficult, negative or intrusive thoughts
Emotional Level - slowing yourself down, calming and relaxing when stressed or
tense, pausing and thinking before acting, and acting in accordance with your values
Adrenal Gland - ANSWERA pair of endocrine glands that sit just above the kidneys
and secrete hormones that help arouse the body in times of stress.
Negative Feedback - ANSWERThe final product of the biological loop is also
responsible for stopping or inhibiting further responses
