The gradual accumulation of stressors over a long period of time is called

allostatic load.
weathering.
resilience.
defeating.

weathering.

Psychology

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According to Case's neo-Piagetian theory, the early childhood stage involves

A) internal representations of events and actions. B) complex transformations of representations. C) simple transformations of representations. D) sensory input and physical actions.

Psychology

Suppose that David has a lot of power at his job, and Michael doesn't. Research suggests that David is more likely to ____

a. express positive emotions at work b. focus attention on situations that involve punishment rather than reward c. think about how he can be of service to others when he meets new people d. rely on the deliberate, controlled mind rather than the automatic mind

Psychology