Which of the following is externally motivated and arises as a result of our interactions with other people?

Appeared in: UP CHO - 10 September 2021

Explanation

Social stress is caused by interactions with other people, such as family, friends, or colleagues.
It is externally motivated, meaning it originates outside the individual.
Examples include peer pressure, social conflict, and workplace dynamics.
Social stress is unique because it requires the presence or influence of others.

Option A: Environmental stress is caused by physical surroundings such as noise, pollution, or temperature, not by interactions with people.
Option B: Physical stress arises from bodily demands or conditions, such as illness, injury, or fatigue, and can be internal or external but is not specifically linked to social interactions.
Option C: Spiritual stress is internal and relates to conflicts in beliefs, values, or purpose, not to external social interactions.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Types of stress based on source and motivation as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Nurses must recognize social stress in patients, as it can impact mental health, compliance, and recovery.
Social stress can lead to anxiety, depression, or maladaptive coping if not addressed.
What if? If the stressor was due to environmental factors (e.g., loud hospital ward), the answer would be environmental stress, not social stress.

How to Approach the Question

Identify the key phrase: 'externally motivated and arises as a result of our interactions with other people.'
Recall definitions of different types of stress and their sources.
Eliminate options that are not directly linked to social interactions.
Choose the option that specifically involves other people as the source of stress.

Concept Tested & Keywords

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