Stress 01
Stress 01 : (1) (Mech Eng) a. A force applied to a body by an external load, measured in standard units, as pounds per square inch, etc. b. The intensity of internal, distributed forces resisting deformation. (2) (Psych) A physical, chemical, or emotional factor that causes mental tension, erratic behavior, and may be a factor in disease causation or fatigue. Stress can arise from temperature extremes, threatening situations, injury, anoxia, exposure to toxic agents, and other adverse influences that call for defensive responses. If prolonged, the stress situation leads to physical exhaustion
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