1. Why do you think the background stressors experienced on the job by Steven Slater produced such a dramatic response? In this set of modules, we have explored the intersection of psychology and biology. We have seen how the emotional and psychological experience of stress can lead to physical symptoms of illness, how personality factors may be related to major health problems, and how psychological factors can interfere with eff ective communication between physician and patient.

We have also looked at the other side of the coin noting that some relatively simple strategies can help us control stress, aff ect illness, and improve our interactions with physicians