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* [[Stress (game)]], card game
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* [[Stress (linguistics)]], phonological use of prominence in language
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* [[Stress (journal), a [[medical journal]] published by [[Informa|Informa plc.]]
* [[Stress (journal]], a [[medical journal]] published by [[Informa|Informa plc.]]
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Stress may refer to:

Mechanical

  • Stress (mechanics), the average amount of force exerted per unit area. It is the internal resistance a material offers to being deformed and is measured in terms of the applied load. The effects of mechanical stress on a polymer can be measured using dynamic mechanical analysis.
  • Compressive stress, the stress applied to materials resulting in their compaction. It is the ability of a material to resist being crushed.
  • Tensile stress (also referred to as tension) is the stress state leading to expansion.
  • Yield stress, the stress at which a material begins to deform plastically.

Biological

  • Stress (biology), physiological or psychological stress; some types include:
    • Chronic stress, persistent stress which can lead to illness and mental disorder
    • Eustress, positive stress that can lead to improved long-term functioning
    • Workplace stress, stress caused by employment.

Music

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