Emotional reactions associated with an experience, including inner feelings and their external manifestations are called:

A. Stress:

Stress is the body’s nonspecific response to any demand for change. It can be physical, emotional, or psychological.

B. Anxiety:

Anxiety is a subjective emotional response, often a symptom of stress but not the physiological process itself.

C. Anger:

Anger is an emotional response to frustration or perceived threat, not a nonspecific body response to change.

D. Depression:

Depression is a mood disorder and not a general response to change.

A. The patient uses meditation to cope with chronic illness

This is a positive coping mechanism and indicates emotional self-regulation and adaptive behavior, not a red flag.

B. The patient does not have any close friends

Social isolation can be a sign of depression, anxiety, or other mental health concerns. Lack of social support is a major risk factor for poor mental health outcomes.

C. The patient prays for healing from illness

Spiritual coping is common and generally not concerning unless it includes delusional thinking or neglect of medical care.

D. The patient reads self-help books to gain insight into his problems

This is an adaptive, insight-seeking behavior and shows motivation to manage emotional or psychological challenges.