Stress, person, personality. From distress to eustress

This article analyses problems of human response to stressors and ways to overcome distress. The article pays special attention to the psychological aspect of stress as an adaptive response to various types of stimuli. The author distinguishes several psychological types of stress and provides a brief description of the psychophysiology of stress. Moreover, the article considers the role and capabilities of a human body as a self-regulating adaptive system. Also, the author presents the concept of distress and eustress as possible factors in personal growth.