Which phrase most closely describes the phenomenon of stress?

a. an inappropriate response to environment factors
b. a benign bodily reactions to stressors
c. an example of the mind-body connection
d. a learned behavior from denial of rewards

A is the most appropriate answer. Stress is a bodily reaction to stressors - it is a physiological response - but it is not benign, as this means harmless, and stress can be very bad for your health. When people do not know how to respond appropriately to environmental factors, they may become stressed.