create a concept map with stress as the center and potential affected body systems and the pathophysiologic disease processes occurring in that body system as a
result of the stressor(s) to create the spokes of the concept map.

Deliverables

1. A concept map showing the relationship between general stress and its effects on the body

a. Select the life stage of the patient that will be represented by the concept map.

Choose from the following age groups:

• Child (3–12)
• Adolescent (13–19)
• Young Adult (20–39)
• Adult (40–64)
• Mature Adult (65+)

b. Download the handout.

Download the Concept Mapping Guide handout.
c. Create a concept map.

Using the concept map format:

• Describe the response to a stressor and the meaning that the stressor has for an individual in an age group of your choosing.
• Depict how genetics, past experiences, conditioning, and cultural influences affect perception of stress and stressors in your selected age group?
• Indicate how stressors may be external or internal for the age group you have selected.
• Describe how individuals may be more vulnerable to the effects of stressors at certain times.Handout for Assignment 8: Concept Mapping Guide

A concept map is a technique that allows students to understand the relationships between ideas by creating a visual map. A concept map is made up of lines, boxes, circles, and/or arrows that
display the relationship between concepts or elements that organize and represent knowledge. Connecting lines and text boxes have words or phrases that explain the relationship of the concepts.
Visual formats assist in the interpretation of information and can aid in refining both creative and critical thinking. The Internet can be an excellent source of examples and information about
concept maps.

While concept maps can be as simplistic as a pencil drawing on a piece of paper or as complex as one created in professional concept mapping software, you should use the word processing or
presentation software that is installed on your computer to complete this assignment.