1. Stress and Coping Style

The impact of stress on a person’s psychological and physical functioning can be pronounced.

How do you think stress would manifest across various body systems? What are some essential components of a plan for monitoring your client’s coping ability, including your methods for differentiating between positive coping and self-destructive coping mechanisms?

Evaluation Criteria for Discussion Question Response:

[6/6] – Identified and explained the physical symptoms of stress across various body parts. [6/6] – Accurately identified assessment of athletes’ coping mechanisms.

2. Body Dysmorphic Disorder

How does an intense focus on body image, weight, and/or controlling food intake among athletes in certain sports impact males and females differently and relate to the prevalence rates of body dysmorphic disorder symptoms?

Evaluation Criteria for Discussion Question Response:

[6/6] – Identified problems such as anorexia, bulimia, and body dysmorphic disorder. [6/6] – Explained how this impacts male and female athletes differently. [4/4] – Supported your response with references, texts, articles, and experience.

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