Chapter Introduction

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An Introduction to Stress

Stress and Stressors

Major Life Events

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder

It’s Nonstop: Chronic Stressors

What a Hassle, What a Joy

Stress and Your Health

Fight or Flight

Is Stress Making You Sick?

Stress and Substances

Too Much Cortisol

Factors Related to Stress

Conflicts

I Can Deal: Coping with Stress

I Am in Control

Tools for Healthy Living

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