3. How does the GAS apply to Slater’s situation? How might events in his daily work routine have moved him along the three stages of the model? 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