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Stress

Definition(s)

A pathological process resulting from the reaction of the body to external forces and abnormal conditions that tend to disturb the organism's homeostasis.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (MeSH) at the National Library of Medicine
Refers to the emotional, psychological, or physical effects as well as the sources of agitation, strain, tension, or pressure. Used for both human and animal populations.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (Psychological Index Terms) at the National Library of Medicine
The biological response to noxious, demanding, or unpleasant stimuli or conditions; do not confuse stress with stressor, which is the stimulus.: Definition from: Unified Medical Language System (CRISP Thesaurus) at the National Library of Medicine


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