Significant Life Changes

Definition

These are major events or transitions in life that can induce stress, such as marriage, divorce, death of a loved one, job loss, or moving to a new city.

Related terms

Life Event Scale: A measure of stress levels based on life changes; each event is assigned a score reflecting its level of stressfulness.

Resilience:

The ability to adapt effectively in the face of threats or significant adversity.

Coping Strategies: Techniques that people use to deal with stressful situations.