General Adaptation Syndrome Model

The General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) model explains how the body responds to prolonged stress. It has three stages: alarm, where the body recognizes stress and starts to react; resistance, where it adapts to handle the stress but remains alert; and exhaustion, where prolonged stress depletes resources, reducing ability to cope and potentially causing health issues. This process shows how stress impacts physical and mental health over time, emphasizing the importance of managing stress to prevent burnout or illness.