Read each item carefully and then complete the statement by filling in the missing word(s).

1. _is a specific type of stress that produces negative responses.

Distress.

The missing word in the statement is "Distress."

Distress is a form of stress that leads to negative emotional, psychological, or physical responses, often resulting in feelings of anxiety, sadness, or overwhelm. In contrast, "Eustress" refers to positive stress that can motivate and energize individuals.