Question

Identify the correct sequence according to the General Adaptation Syndrome.
(A) Resistance
(B) Presence of a noxious stimulus
(C) Alarm Reaction
(D) Exhaustion

• A. (B), (C), (A), (D)
• B. (C), (A), (B), (D)
• C. (B), (C), (D), (A)
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A)

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) is a concept in psychology that explains the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress. It is typically divided into three main stages: 

1. Alarm Reaction: This is the initial stage where the body recognizes the presence of a noxious stimulus and begins a fight-or-flight response to meet the challenge. This stage corresponds to the presence of a stressor, and the body reacts immediately.
2. Resistance: If the stressor persists, the body enters the resistance stage. During this period, the body attempts to adapt to the stressor. Physiological responses are stabilized in an attempt to maintain homeostasis while still remaining alert and prepared for potential threats.
3. Exhaustion: Prolonged exposure to the stressor eventually leads to the exhaustion stage. At this point, the body's resources are depleted, and its ability to resist is compromised, potentially leading to illness or other health issues.

Given these stages, the correct sequence based on the provided options follows as:

• (B) Presence of a noxious stimulus
• (C) Alarm Reaction
• (A) Resistance
• (D) Exhaustion

The correct order of the General Adaptation Syndrome is therefore: (B), (C), (A), (D).

Answer 2

The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS), proposed by Hans Selye, consists of three stages:

Presence of a noxious stimulus (B): The stressor is identified, initiating the stress response.

Alarm Reaction (C): The body responds to the stressor with an initial alarm reaction, activating the fight-or-flight response, which prepares the body to face the stressor.

Resistance (A): The body attempts to adapt to the stressor and cope with it, maintaining a level of functioning to counter the stress.

Exhaustion (D): Prolonged exposure to the stressor leads to depletion of resources, resulting in exhaustion and decreased ability to resist or cope with stress, potentially causing harm to the body.