Match each term with its corresponding definition.
-agents that produce stress

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Stressors are the agents that produce stress.

Answer: E 
 Alarm reaction is the initial stage of the general adaptation syndrome, which is a non-specific physiological response to stress.

Answer: G 
 General adaptation syndrome is a non-specific physiological response of the body to stress, which consists of three stages: alarm reaction, stage of resistance, and stage of exhaustion.

Answer: H 
 Glucocorticoids are hormones released by the adrenal glands in response to stress, which help the body to cope with stress by increasing blood sugar levels and suppressing the immune system.

Answer: A 
 Stage of resistance is the second stage of the general adaptation syndrome, during which the body tries to restore homeostasis and adapts to the stressor.

Answer: F 
 Stage of exhaustion is the final stage of the general adaptation syndrome, during which the body's resources are depleted, and it becomes susceptible to various diseases and illnesses.

Answer: C 
 Adaptation is the process through which organisms adjust to changes in their environment and maintain or restore their physical and psychological well-being.

Answer: D 
 Stress syndrome refers to a range of physical and psychological symptoms that can occur as a result of chronic stress, including fatigue, irritability, anxiety, and depression.

Match Each Term with Its Corresponding Definition