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  • The concept of stress is widely used but lacks a precise scientific definition.
  • Current definitions include minor biological or behavioral changes, regardless of health impact.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To critically evaluate the current definition of stress.
  • To propose a more restrictive and theoretically useful definition of stress.

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  • Conceptual analysis of the term "stressor".
  • Review of historical and contemporary usage of the stress concept.
  • Argument for a revised definition based on potential for long-term health compromise.

Main Results:

  • The current broad definition of stress limits its scientific utility.
  • Many events labeled as stressors do not pose a genuine threat to well-being.
  • Public and media usage contributes to the concept's ambiguity.

Conclusions:

  • The concept of stress should be reserved for events posing a significant threat to health.
  • Alternatively, the term stress may be too ambiguous and should be discarded.
  • A revised definition will enhance the theoretical and practical applications of stress research.