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), 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.