The long-term wear and tear of the stress response has been termed

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The term for the long-term wear and tear of the stress response is the allostatic load. The allostatic load refers to the cumulative physiological effects that occur in response to chronic stressors that exceed an individual's ability to adapt. Eustress refers to positive or beneficial stress, while distress refers to negative or harmful stress. Homeostasis is the body's ability to maintain a stable internal environment.

The Long-Term Wear and Tear of the Stress Response Has