Holmes and Rahe created a scale linking different events with units measuring this phenomenon.
Holmes and Rahe created a scale linking different events with units measuring this phenomenon. TheGeneral Adaptation Syndrome is the three-stage response to this phenomenon theorized by Hans Selye,who coined its name. It's not a heart condition, but Meyer Friedman and Ray Rosenman theorized thatType A personalities were more vulnerable to this than Type B ones. This phenomenon results in therelease of cortisol and the activation of the "fight or flight" response. For 10 points, name this phenomenonexperienced by humans in a tense situation.
Holmes and Rahe created a scale linking different events with units measuring this phenomenon.
 stress