Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Psychology

Chapter

Meeting Life Challenges

Question:

Which type of stress is unique to each individual and can be caused by worries, anxieties, and depression?

Options:

Physical stress

Environmental stress

Psychological stress

Social stress

Correct Answer:

Psychological stress

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 3: Psychological stress

Psychological stress is:

  • Unique to each individual, as it depends on how a person perceives and interprets situations.

  • Often caused by internal factors such as worries, anxieties, fears, or depression.

  • It affects a person's mental and emotional well-being, even if there is no obvious external cause.

Other options:

  • Physical stress relates to bodily strain (e.g., injury, fatigue).

  • Environmental stress comes from surroundings (e.g., noise, pollution, crowding).

  • Social stress is linked to relationships, social roles, or expectations.