Which type of stress is known to cause immunosuppression, making an individual more susceptible to infections? 

The correct answer is 'chronic stress.'

Key Points

• Chronic stress:
  • Chronic stress refers to a consistent sense of feeling pressured and overwhelmed over a long period of time.
  • This type of stress can lead to serious health problems, including immunosuppression.
  • Immunosuppression caused by chronic stress makes the body less capable of fighting off infections and diseases.
  • It can result in the increased susceptibility to infections such as colds, flu, and other illnesses.

Additional Information

• Immediate stress:
  • Also known as acute stress, it occurs in response to a specific event or situation.
  • This type of stress is short-term and typically does not cause immunosuppression.
• Positive stress:
  • Also known as eustress, it refers to the beneficial stress that can motivate and improve performance.
  • Examples include stress experienced while playing sports or meeting a deadline.
  • This type of stress is generally not harmful and does not lead to immunosuppression.
• Acute stress:
  • This is a type of stress that occurs for a short period of time.
  • While acute stress can affect the immune system temporarily, it does not lead to long-term immunosuppression.