Question

multiple choice
eustress is triggered only when there is an absence of stimulation.
eustress does not trigger the stress response.
eustress is only triggered by something considered to be a hindrance.
eustress is triggered by something pleasant but challenging.

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Option 1: Eustress is positive stress, not triggered by absence of stimulation. Incorrect.
• Option 2: Eustress does trigger the stress response (but it's positive stress). Incorrect.
• Option 3: Eustress is not triggered by hindrances (hindrances cause distress). Incorrect.
• Option 4: Eustress is defined as stress from pleasant, challenging events (e.g., wedding, new job). Correct.

Answer:

Eustress is triggered by something pleasant but challenging.