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Stress and Stress Management — Concept Maps

ICSE · Class 12 · Psychology

4 concept maps of Stress and Stress Management for ICSE Class 12 Psychology, each also written out as a text outline.

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Visual representation of the relationship between stress levels and performance outcomes

Visual representation of the relationship between stress levels and performance outcomes

The map in words

  • Stress Level
    • Amount of Stress
      • Too Low: No Stress
        • Lethargic, Dull, Unenthusiastic
      • Optimal: Eustress
        • Energetic, Successful, Positive
      • Too High: Distress
        • Disappointed, Threatened, Failed

Flowchart showing stress as a cyclical process with multiple stages

Flowchart showing stress as a cyclical process with multiple stages

The map in words

  • Environmental/Personal Demand
    • Individual Perceives Demand
      • Assessment of Personal Capability
        • Demand vs Capability
          • Balanced: Easy Task
            • No Stress
          • Imbalanced: Stress Builds Up
            • Psychological & Physical Response
              • Performance Outcome
                • Success: Stress Reduces
                • Failure: New Stressful Situations
                  • Cumulative Stress

Mind map categorizing different types of stressors affecting individuals

Mind map categorizing different types of stressors affecting individuals

The map in words

  • Stressors
    • Physiological
      • Excessive exercise
      • Chronic pain
      • Sleep deprivation
      • Illness
    • Environmental
      • Pollution
      • Extreme temperature
      • Noise
      • Crowding
    • Social
      • Relationship issues
      • Workplace conflicts
      • Family discord
      • Discrimination
    • Psychological
      • Frustration
      • Guilt
      • Fear
      • Conflict

Stress and stress management as a process, its causes, effects, and coping methods

Stress and stress management as a process, its causes, effects, and coping methods

The map in words

  • Stress and stress management as a process, its causes, effects, and coping methods
    • Meaning of stress
    • Stress as a process
    • Stressors
    • Stress models
    • General Adaptation Syndrome
    • Cognitive Appraisal Model
    • Causes of stress
    • Effects of stress on health

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Stress and Stress Management for ICSE Class 12 Psychology?
Key topics in Stress and Stress Management include Meaning of Stress, Stress Models, Causes of Stress, Effects of Stress on Health. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the ICSE Class 12 board exam.
What do the concept maps for Stress and Stress Management show?
The 4 maps show how the ideas in Stress and Stress Management connect: Visual representation of the relationship between stress levels and performance outcomes; Flowchart showing stress as a cyclical process with multiple stages. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Stress and Stress Management for the ICSE Class 12 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Stress and Stress Management. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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