It is stress that arises from the demand of pleasant activities. It is when we experience stress for too much of the time. Continual fighting against stress produces exhaustion. Eustress and Distress are experienced the same physiologically. Stress can be caused by many different factors.
Stressors are any factors or situations that cause stress.
Many of us use negative methods to cope with stress. Such behaviors as drinking alcohol and caffeine, smoking, using drugs, or overeating only add more stress to the body. More positive coping methods are beneficial to the body and mind in the long run. All rights reserved. This page is maintained by Glen D. Bowman, Ph.D. .